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Possession: using width

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Setup:

30 x 60 yard area
Split the team into 3 teams such that inside the square is 5 v 3, 6 v 4, or etc. 4 players on the third team are place ouside the area on each side
Play begins 5 v 3 inside teh area. If yellow wins possesion they will use the outside players as support for a 5 V 7.
outside player can not be tackled but have 2 touch
unlimited touch inside

Progression:

introduce outside players can be tackled
2/3 touch

COACHING POINTS

Offence:

dynamic movement - pass & move
look for angles
use your width and let the ball do the work (less dribbling)
communication - demand the ball/guide your teammates (hold/turn)
Know what you are doing with the ball before you receive - shoulder check

Defence:

shutdown space quickly
work as a unit
guide the first defender to play into support
do not jump in

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