Scenario. Free hit on oposition 23m line on right wing.
3 attackers, 2 defenders
Attackers and defenders start on line infront of D. Attackers allowed to find space on coach instruction. Defenders only allowed to move along the line until free hit taken.
Looking for attackers to give width and height. Discuss both and advatages.
Width to avoid passing through defenders.
Height - get ahead.
Lead and re lead to retain space. - Communicate when in space.
Discuss where is best entrance into D. Top for early strike and full width of goal. T-spot to get behind defence.
in more ways than one
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