This session looks at how your young team can learn the basics of defending.
With games including Fish Tank and Bib Tag you can tell this isn't your standard defending session. That's because it's been specifically designed for younger players, teaching them the basics of defending through games and practice.
What's in the Session?
Five drills in this session is all it will take to help improve your team's ability to defend with structure, while teaching them basics such as body position, timing tackles and being aware of attackers movement.
This session has been built to get players competent at defending and while enjoying the activities at hand.
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