Box Passing w/ Neutrals
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- 1 goal with goalie
- pinnies
Description:
- 4 attackers vs. 4 defenders
- attacking team must pass the ball to a wall player before it can score on goal with goalie
- defending team scores by connecting 6 passes
Variation:
- vary number and position of wall players
- both teams can score on goal with goalie
- wall players can only make one-touch passes
- goals for attackers only count off headers or volleys
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position — open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quick finish
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
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