5 vs 5 or 7 vs 7 depending on numbers
Set up 4 boxes as shown in the diagram, ~3m x 3m each.
The Attackers start with the ball in one of the boxes. Their aim is to get to the opposite box using passing. They are allowed into the other boxes but will only score if they get the ball to the opposite box.
If the Defenders successfully intercept they can start in a box and do the same thing.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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