Organization:
Area: 20y x 15y
The players start in two groups on each end line. The defenders pass the ball to the attackers to start the 2v2. Teams score on small goals in the corners of the field. When the ball goes over the sideline, pass or dribble the ball back in. When the ball goes over the endline, the turn is over. Switch sides after each turn.
Game: Create two teams and keep track of the score. Switch sides/roles after five minutes.
Focus Points:
1st Defender - Who and What?
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Approach the attacker quickly, slow down when you get close.
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Angled position, low in the knees, elbows bent, quick feet with small steps,
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Force the attacker to the sideline.
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Win the ball back at the right moment. Don’t stop defending after you get beat. You never know!
2nd Defender:
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The 2nd defender should position himself so that he can pressure the ball if the 1st defender is beaten, and be able to “close the space” on the 2nd attacker when he receives.
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Roles switch when the ball gets passed to the other attacker.
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Communication: Yell out "Blitz" or "Pressure" after losing the ball. The Five Second Rule.
Attackers:
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Keep the field wide.
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Dribble or pass?