Transition Game # 2
Soccer tactics used by the teams today have grown increasingly complex. Tactical drills are used in training sessions to develop better decision making.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (40yds x 60yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 4 mini goals
- pinnies
- good supply of balls ready for continuous play
Description:
- blue-white team in the middle zone starts with the ball and attacks one end and tries to score on one of the two mini goals
- play goes on until the blue-white team scores or the red team gets the ball across the middle line
- red team attacks now the opposite end defended by the grey team and the blue-white team moves behind the end line vacated by the red team
- defending team must start from behind the goal line and can enter field as soon as attacking team crosses the middle line
Variation:
- play 3v3, 5v5 etc.
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- communication
- good angle and distance of support to receive ball
- combination play
- vision
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