Aim is to play from target to target (yellow players in diagram)
1vs1
This game is physically intense, so will have to monitor activoty levels - play for 30-45 seconds for example.
Swap players periodically
Can either allow players to go backwards of they need to, or restrict them from doing so, and make them find a way to go forward, if they become too negative.
Progression
This is a practice that works on a players individual ability to:
Outwit an opponent to go forward
Stay on the ball as an individdual under pressure
The ability to twist, turn, and outmaneuver an opponent with the ball.
Their individual movement before they receive the ball
Can you try and beat the defender in 1 touch to go forward
Awareness
Before! During! After!
Creativity and improvisation
Look at the target player game in the small group possession section for more relevant coaching points.
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