Covering Defender Positioning Drill
Groups of four practice defensive covering positions with feeder, attacker, and two defenders
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About This Activity
Groups of four practice defensive covering positions with feeder, attacker, and two defenders
Quick Info
15 mins
moderate
20
30m x 30m minimum for multiple groups
Equipment Required
Footballs
1 per group of 4
Cones
8-12 for marking positions
Softballs
As needed
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Football
Activity Tags
Equipment
Ball Required
Minimal Equipment
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Skill Progression
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Skills
Positioning
Game Sense
Defending
Team Play
Values
Teamwork
Communication
Respect
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
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