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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Cones
- Area markers
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard grid marked with cones
- Group: 3 black players per group, 2 positioned at random spots within the grid as Line Players and 1 positioned between them as the Middle Player
- Coach: 1 grey coach positioned at the edge of the grid to give the halt signal
- Equipment: cones marking the corners and edges of the 20x20 yard grid
Instructions
- Line Players move freely within the grid at varying speeds.
- Middle Player must maintain a straight line between the two Line Players.
- On the coach's signal, all players halt.
- Middle Player completes a fun challenge, like two star jumps, if misaligned.
Coaching Points
- Maintain a low, side-on stance.
- Stay light and agile.
- Communicate clearly with teammates.
- Concentrate on marking positions and alignment.
- Encourage player-to-player coaching for improved teamwork.
- Keep defensive formations compact.
- Act as a cohesive defensive unit, recognizing team structure.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Decrease the grid size to increase the challenge.
2. Increase the speed of Line Players' movement.
Make it easier:
1. Allow the Middle Player to adjust without maintaining perfect alignment initially.
2. Expand the practice area to provide more space.
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