Tight Squeeze

Practice ball movement and communication in small spaces.

Description of Drill: Start the drill with all 7 attackers inside the 8-meter and 1 defender. After 3 completed passes, add a defender until it is 7v7 inside the 8-meter.  Play out within the confined space to a shot.  Keep track of attacks, goals, and saves/caused turnovers. Restart when the ball is dropped/turned over before 7v7 is reached. The entire drill is within 8 meter.

Equipment Needed: Balls, attack, defense, goalie, lined 8 meter, goal

Skills Emphasized: Quick Ball Movement, working in a confined space, and playing down defense.

Coaching Points of Emphasis: Off-ball movement, communication

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