EXPLANATION

Game starts in defending box – 2/3 2 touch
5 passes before attackers can advance
2/3 not allowed to join

PROGRESSION

Add 5
Allow 2/3 to join – play wide channels

COACHING POINTS

Communication from back to front
When ball comes forward, CBs to bring team up make sure that line is held above 18
Midfielders slide side-to-side with movement of ball If ball played between lines, nearest back to step, other backs slide and pinch in
Check shoulder, use verbal and non-verbal communication
Defenders score in mini-goals