Conditioned game:
Split into ability groups by bib colour. Greens at one end of pitch, oranges at other end.
2 games at opposite ends of pitch, using right side channels only. Depending on numbers 5v4 (attack overload) or 4v4.
Attack score in goal, defence score in coned goal positioned at half way/side line.
Conditions:
No tackling
3 touches
Ball carry position
Choice of pass: push short distances, slap long distances, hit to strike
Avoid passing through contact.
Post-up
Positive feet
Advanced players:
Create 2v1s
Q&A half way through. Emphasise coaching points from above
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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