Attacking players keep the ball away from defending players, while keeping the ball within the constrained space.
If possession is lost, or the ball leaves the large grid the last 2 attackers that touch the ball are the new defenders
The ball cannot stop moving even during a change in defense
Variation
Attackers must pass the ball to a runner inside the defending grid
Attackers must find a split
Pass to move the defense where you want them to be. (Then attack quickly)
Attacking Runs (Curved,Angled, Sheilding)
Anticipation
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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