Using a small area of the pitch, focusing on defending and pressuring in pairs. We are not always looking to turn over the ball. Instead looking at how we force the play to an area of the pitch which allows for a better defensive position.
Rotate who is the defender in the 3s.
Look at body position both individual and together.
How close are the pair together?
Defending on both the forehand and backhand side.
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