Defend the Triangle

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DESCRIPTION

There should be 2 more attackers than defenders.

Attackers start with the ball. They try to pass through the triangle to a team-mate for 1 pt.

Defenders get 1pt for stealing and keeping possession for [5] passes. Then reset.

Switch defenders every [5] mins.

Variations:

  • Give the attackers [3] chances (balls) to score, then switch defenders.
  • Defenders get 1pt for stealing + carrying the ball outside of the playing zone.
  • Turn&burn: assign 2 attacking jokers (wearing a different colour bib) who only ever attack. If the defenders can steal + carry the ball outside the playing zone, they and the jokers attack the triangle, and the other players become the defenders.

With GK:

  • GK defends outside the triangle (to practice closing down+footwork)
  • GK 'keeps goal' inside the triangle (to practice blocks/kicks)

COACHING POINTS

This game can be used as a warm-up or to practice possession, for example.

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