Create a grid approximately 20x15. Create 3 zones outside the grid as shown in the image. The two zones on the sides correspont to the target zones whereas the zone opposite play corresponds to the zone where the target player will be. Place 4 goals on the four corner of the pitch.
PROGRESSION
3V3 with one neutral player (target player). Play begins with the white team trying to maintain possesion. If a player receives a pass inside the target zone team earns 1 point. Play continues and if the white team manages a vertical pass to the target player then team earns 5 points. If the red team wins the ball they can score on either of the 4 goals earning them 3 points.
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