9 players have a ball. 3 are ‘Pirates’.
Pirates are defenders.
Once a pirate wins the ball, they have to score in the goal. If the Pirate scores, the player they took the ball from becomes a Pirate.
play continues until one player is left with a ball.
Attacking: keep the ball close with head up so players are aware of defenders and space. If ball is lost, recover quickly and fight to win it back.
Defending: transition quickly from defence to attack and stay focused once the ball is won.
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