- 2 on 1 gauntlet elimination
- Mark areas out on the pitch
- Place desired numbers of defenders across the gauntlet
- Forwards should try and disguise passes or use body shape to manipulate defenders
- Defenders should use body position to isolate ball carrier
- Vary box dimensions and number of defenders in the gauntlet depending on ability level
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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