LEVEL 2: PRACTICAL TOPIC - Defending 3v3

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This is a Level 2 session on running with the ball was submitted by pre2dal. 

Organisation

• Grid 50 x 40/50 yards.
• Two teams consisting of 3 players.

Practice 

1. A server puts a ball into play and the blue team must defend the goal.
2. Once the ball is out of play (out of bounds or defenders have possession of the ball), the server puts another ball in play.

 Key Points 

1. Defensive player must pressure the ball.
2. The defensive player must assess the attacker’s first touch.
3. The defender must be positioned side on to the attacker.
4. Important for the defender to be patient.
5. If the defender is beaten he must make a recovery run (straight line).
6. Covering defenders must take up suitable positions (figure 1 & 2).
7. Communication.