This morning’s practice had one main principal: defensive work rate immediately after loss of possession.
The team was put through one of their most grueling sessions to date on Thursday. Utilizing only the far side of the field, which has typically been reserved for stretches and warmups, all field players were broken into small groups within narrow lanes.
The Quakes also welcomed two ‘sparring partner’ clubs to the field in order to speed up the session and reduce down time. These clubs, comprised of youth players, offer to help professional sides while being put through the paces themselves.