1. Yellow player must make one pass to their teammates before contested live play. ALWAYS 2 ATTACKING PLAYERS IN MIDDLE OF BOX AND 4 IN BOX PERIMETER. 2. 3 defenders in middle of box try to stay connected together to pressure attackers. 3. Attackers can only take MAXIMUM 3 touches before making pass (vision). 4. Attackers aim to make 10 PASSES before switching defenders and subbing resting players.
If lower skill group, may need to remove touch limit. Higher skill group, only two touches or one touch. If high group numbers, increase the size of box and players involved (7 v 4 etc) 1. Knowing your next pass: connect with players before receiving. 2. Quality of pass to help (not hinder) a teammate under pressure. 3. Movement off the ball. Don't stay static. Rotate in with the players in the middle during play.
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