- 5-10 yard square
- 3 forwards and 1 defenders
- Forwards must stay on the outside of the square
- Defenders cannot leave the square or tackle the player in possession
- Forwards around the square can move around
- Cannot dribble with the ball
- If a defender intercepts the ball, they should swap with the forward who made the pass
- Forwards should attempt to stay in between the cones to maintain difficulty
- Forwards should switch running directions to keep defenders checking there shoulders
- Defenders should communicate to isolate ball carrier whenever possible
- Make the square smaller
- Add an additional defender
- Install a two touch rule
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