In a 10x10m grid defence line applies pressure in 2 waves to attack formation. when first wave of defence is breached attack players must run in to support the ball carrier.
: Consolidate all core skills and roles
: Support players must Communicate to ball carrier clearly
: All passes must be at a target.
: Ball carriers should be encouraged to use footwork to beat defenders where possible
: When defence is breached all support players must flood the space to give ball carrier passing options
: All support runners must hold their depth
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