Set up: \ Split 8 horizontally with cones. 3 attackers go in up top and 2 defenders go in with them. Down low there is two lines of attackers with balls. (a coach can also be on the side feeding in balls)\ \ Start with the top group. Play out the 3v2. Then whoever shoots the ball, moves down into the bottom half to play with the lower 2 attackers. Defense stays in for both top and bottom round.
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