6v 4 Situation to start Defenders start with the ball at left back and outlet to right back who gives it to the attacking team. Defenders transition and defend the big goal. If they win back possession they score in one of the two goals on the half way. Attackers are to play forward first if possible and forwards are encouraged to get ahead of the play and into the D The game can be changed to add in more attackers and defenders and swap sides.
Outletting team should try and get to two touch. At least two options for the player on the ball. Guard player Defence to Attack (Transition Crucial) from both teams. Positions in the D and movement off the ball
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This practice has no progressions
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