> 1 Defender in each box, move like crabs and try and tackle attackers.
>Attackers start one side of grid, try to get to the other without being tackled.
> All have one ball each.
> If defender kicks wins ball, kick it out of grid and the attacker then becomes a defender.
>Attackers dont run in straight line... use different routes.
> Keep ball close to feet, under control.
>Defenders get low, crab position, fast feet, on toes.
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