Instructions
Two teams set up in possession, with one defending team. The defending team sends two players to press the ball and two players to screen passing lanes. The possession teams aim to play forward and break lines by passing through the press. If the defending team wins the ball, they immediately pass to the waiting team and all teams rotate roles.
Focus Points
Emphasise pressing angles and body shape when defending
Encourage scanning and awareness before receiving the ball
Focus on weight, timing, and accuracy of forward passes
Reinforce quick support movement to create passing lines
Promote fast transition after regaining possession
Progressions
Limit possession teams to two touches to increase speed of play and decision-making under pressure.
Allow the defending team to send an extra presser or reduce the space to further challenge passing accuracy and movement.
Four Corner Model
Technical / Tactical
Pass weight and accuracy, Receiving technique, Body orientation, Playing through lines
Psychological
Patience, Awareness, Decision-making, Concentration
Physical
Body positioning, Balance, Footwork
Social
Communication, Eye contact, Verbal cues, Team coordination
Principles of Play
In Possession
Create Space
Movement
Support
Out of Possession
Press
Cover & Balance
Compactness