Gate Passing
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 7+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing
Field Preparation:
- in pairs
- each pair with a ball
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone gates (2-4yds)
- pinnies for defenders to carry
Description:
- players attempt to pass through gates to their partner
- two defenders (red) try to intercept passes
- if ball is won by a defender he gives it right back
- players can’t score on same gate twice in a row
- pair to make 15 passes first wins
Variation:
- add defender(s)
- players must make 2 (3) passes through a gate to score before moving on to another gate
- pair to make most passes within 90 sec. wins
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- vision
- constant movement
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