Here the girls at the back (blue) will scoop the ball to an attacking player (red), then a 4v4 will begin. The attacking and defending teams (red and yellow) will rotate in pairs and Robert will make sure this works. Sven will be standing with the substitutes for the backs, and give them tips where he can.
Rotation for blue: With the clock after 3 balls.
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