50 x 30 yd space with two goals at the far end. Coach with all the balls. Coach will play flighted ball into space and two players look to gain possession of the ball and score on either goal.
Acceleration of the players to get to the ball first
Use of body to shield off opponent and gain possession.
Look to 'run with the ball' instead of dribbling.
in more ways than one
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