
Set up Scatter cones around the designated area Divide players into two teams Team one are trying to keep all of the cones facing up, and team two are trying to turn all the cones upside down. At the end of 2 minutes count how many cones are up and whichever team has the most cones their way wins.
Includes: Low body position Running
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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