Roll to the Free Gate
Choose and execute a controlled rollout towards an unoccupied ground target.
- 8 min
- 2–4 players
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Trap at the Touchline
A three-player press guides build-up towards a touchline, then closes the forward and inside exits together.
- 12 min
- 6–12 players
First Time Ground Finish
A receiver arrives onto gentle rolled service and places a first-time ground finish without a receiving turn.
- 10 min
- 2–4 players
Receive on the Move
A receiver curves towards a ground delivery and uses the moving first touch to enter a clear carrying exit, with no finishing action.
- 10 min
- 3–6 players
Pass Through to Shoot
Teams create a finishing opportunity by completing one useful pass through a wide gate before shooting.
- 10 min
- 6–12 players
Recover to Protect
After a placed attack, the former attacker recovers in a separate lane to protect the next target by reaching a defensive checkpoint.
- 10 min
- 2–4 players
Carry into the Safe End
Players seek an individual carrying route into a protected end zone, then stop the ball under control rather than rushing a shot.
- 12 min
- 6–12 players
Throw to the Runner
Time a comfortable underarm throw ahead of a moving support player.
- 10 min
- 2–4 players
Ball and Body Explorer
Each child explores gentle sole rolls and changes of direction with their own ball, choosing a clear space and a movement they can control.
- 8 min
- 4–8 players
Traffic Lights
Every player dribbles in a square and reacts to the coach's call: green go, amber slow toe-taps, red stop with the sole.
- 8 min
- 4–16 players