Simple 4 vs 2 Game, use 30x20 rectangle, rotate 2 defenders after they win the ball 5 times.
Closest player applies pressure, first defender job is to pressure.
1st Defender- Curved Run- Force 1 Direction or the other, Long strides into short chopy steps
2nd Defender- Read run of 1st defender and provide cover in direction ball will go.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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