1. Divide players into two even numbered teams.
2. To attack towards main goal, team must either pass or dribble into the qualifying zone first.
1. Players can't tackle inside the qualifying zone. SAFE ZONE.
2. Play for 4-5 minutes before break. Allow for discussion.
For senior groups, introduce restraints (3 touches only, bouncy balls only into qualifying zone, score only with a tomma etc.)
Focuses:
in more ways than one
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