Body Shielding Foundation

Keep the defender away from the ball for the full 10 seconds without committing a foul.

One player starts with the ball between their feet, and the defender stands directly behind them.

1. Player A stands over the ball with a wide stance. 2. On the whistle, Player B tries to reach around and touch the ball with their foot. 3. Player A must shield the ball for 10 seconds by leaning back into the defender and shuffling side-to-side. 4. Player A uses their arms (bent at the elbow) to feel the defender's movement.

Keep your center of gravity low—it's much harder to push over a squatting player than a standing one!