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Tactical set up for 6 a side (6's) format

My team will be joining a 6 a side (6's) hockey tournament next week.Can you share with me some tactical setup, attacking and defensive, for this 6's format?

A few information that would be beneficial for your consideration.

6's
played on full hockey pitch (astroturf 91.5m*55m)
15 minutes game time (no halftime)
a goalkeeper needed, cannot be a lastman

I would like to thank you in advance.

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