In an area approximately 40X30 yards, set cones around the parameter of the grid and evenly divide the grid into three equal rectangles by aligning two vertical rows of cones approximately 10 yards apart. Use a pug goal or flags to set up a small goal on each goal line. Divide the team into groups of 4 players and assign positions (in the shape of a diamond) 1 defender in middle zone, 1 attacker in the middle zone , one right midfielder in the right zone, and one left midfielder in the left zone. Attempt to match up equal players in each position for each team
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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