
3 defenders, 1 Attacker Attacker scores a point by dribbling through any side of the box Defenders work together to win the ball
defenders allowed into the box when the ball is played Low/flat stick tackling & move your feet. D win the ball = 2 passes to get out of the box. Attackers 1st touch is important - retain possession.
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