TOPIC / THEME: Function 1 v 1 - Shielding and Turning

DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE:
A functional practice designed to improve the player's ability to shield, turn and exploit the space behind the defender
ORGANISATION:
	Grid size: 20m x 15m 8 players per grid; 4 at each end of the grid Attackers with a ball each A goal positioned at defending end of the grid One Defender and one Attacker starts in the grid The defender must mark the attacker from behind The ball is accurately passed to the attacking player, who screens the ball or turns of his first touch Players rotate to the end of their groups Player's roles will change on the Coach's signal

KEY OBSERVATION FACTORS:

Create space Attacker's positions body between the defender and the ball Observe defender's position, by being on the half turn Make decision to turn first time or screen, roll and turn Exploit the space beyond the defender by passing, dribbling or accelerating away from the defender

NOTES:

Ensure quality first pass

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