Organization:
Field 36 yards long (double penalty area), 20 yards wide, large goal plus two counter goals. The two defenders start on the 6-yard line, the two attackers near the pk spot. The goalie throws or passes a long ball out to a neutral player. The two attackers offer themselves for the ball, the two defenders push up to the 18-yard line. A 2v2 follows. Attackers score on the large goal and the defenders can score on the two counter goals.
Variations:
3v2, the player who receives the ball becomes the third attacker.
Coaching Points:
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When the ball is played from the goalie to start the 2v2, the defenders and the goalie yell out Up! Up! Up!
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The defenders quickly push up to the 18-yard line.
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Role of 1st defender and the 2nd defender.
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Communication.
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Positive action after winning the ball.