Game Of Volleys
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Possession, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 goals (no goalies)
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- pinnies
Description:
- each team defends and attacks one goal
- players can only take two steps with the ball in their hands
- players pass the ball by volleying to their teammates
- players cannot wrestle for the ball
- team is awarded 2 points if a goal is scored without catching the ball first
Variation:
- teams lose possession if the ball hits the ground, goes out of bounce or is intercepted
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position (open to field)
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
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