2 x squares
12 x 12 and 20 x 20 marked with cones
Start with 3 v1 in the smaller square. When the defender intercepts the game moves to the larger square. 5 v3
Teams score by putting 5 passes together
“Get open”–don’t stand there and look at the backside of the defender.
“Keep the ball moving”–pass away from the defender.
“Support the pass”–are you in or moving into a position of support.
in more ways than one
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