Offensive play working on both sides of the field. Primarily focusing on using the sides of the field and penetrating into the circle. Using proper stickwork and being aware of the surrounding. Basically a 1 v.1 with a twist keeping both players engaged.
Making sure that defense has their stick low and directing the offense out and putting on the pressure and forcing them back outside the circle or drawing an outside free hit. But to note: make sure the defense works on their footwork and not to draw a corner.
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