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One Layer Two

In this High Impact Skill Activity, the defenders begin side by side in a single layer (see diagram). They must work together to keep a lone dribbler from getting through. If one defender backs up the other, the dribbler has little chance.

Originally, though, the defenders might remain in a single layer as both go to the ball. If this happens, have one defender stop the ball while the other provides backup. One defender can yell, “I’ve got ball!” and the other can yell, “I’ll back you up!”

Rules for One-Layer-Two

Course Setup. The game takes place on a Gauntlet course, thirty paces long and fifteen paces wide. Only one defensive zone is required.
Starting Positions. Four to eight players participate, in teams of two. One team begin inside the defensive zone, the players side by side. Another defending team may wait to the side. The other players, each with a ball, form a line at the end of the course.
Object of the Game. One dribbler tries to get past two defenders, eliminating them from contention. The last team remaining wins.
How a Try Proceeds. The first dribbler begins dribbling forward. The defenders may then move wherever they want to. They may approach the ball, backpedal, or back each other up. The try ends if the ball is stolen or knocked off the course. If the dribbler gets through the course, the defending team is eliminated from contention.
How the Game Proceeds. After the first try, the defenders become dribblers, and a new defending team steps in. Teams that have been eliminated continue trying to eliminate others, but may no longer win. The game continues until all but one team has been eliminated, or until the time expires.