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Defending the Double Play

Focus

Attacking Systems.

Skills

Preliminary Moves & Passing, Defensive Moves, Vision & Quick Decisions.

Purpose

Focus on stopping your direct opponent from receiving a return pass with good footwork.

Difficulty

Medium

Players

4⁺

Balls

1⁺

Cones

0

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Setup
Pair-up with someone around the same height, or direct opponent (e.g. GK & GS). If you have odd numbers make one group of 3 with 1 player sitting out each turn. Choose 1 feeder (C) who can feed throughout or be rotated. Pairs line up behind attackers line (A) and defenders (B). Distribute balls to attackers.
Step 1
(A) starts with the ball and feeds to (C).
Step 2
After passing, (A) must get a return pass from (C) by running to space, whilst closely defender by (B)

(B) should be aware of a dodge inside

(A)'s easier reception will be ball-side, so the (B) should expect this

(B) must use fast footwork and force (A) to receive wide
Step 3
When rejoining the line, optionally rotate attacker and defender.

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