Make the first punch miss

Purpose

Use a small defensive movement to make the opening punch miss while staying balanced and close enough to respond.

Setup

• A attacks with one controlled jab
• B uses a slip or small step and does not punch in the base version
• Begin near jab range with plenty of space behind both boxers
• Use only with appropriately matched, registered and medically cleared boxers wearing full sparring equipment, in a boxing ring under the direct supervision of an appropriately licensed Level 2 coach
• Follow the governing body’s current sparring requirements
• Keep contact light and controlled
• Stop immediately if either boxer loses control, becomes distressed or cannot maintain the agreed task
• Coach calls override every game condition

Run it

1. A moves and feints before choosing the moment for a single jab.
2. B makes the jab miss with a small movement, recovers guard and holds a balanced position.
3. The coach awards B a task point only if the jab misses and B could answer without lunging or taking a chasing step. No actual counter is required.
4. Reset after each attempt. A scores a task point for a clean controlled jab.
5. Alternate roles across four 60-second rounds, with 60 seconds rest.