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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Possession, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (35yds x 40yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 5v5
- teams score only on one-touch passes
- kick-ins only
Variation:
- play 6v6, 7v7 etc.
- each 1-2 combination is awarded one point
- first team to connect 8 passes wins
- 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
- shape of team to maintain possession