Goal Numbers # 2
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Finishing
Field Preparation:
- 1 goal with goalie
- good supply of cones to mark off area
- 4 cone goals (2-3 yds)
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- each goal is assigned a number
- coach calls out two goals to which the first player has to dribble through and then finish on goal
Variation:
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- players have to perform a move at each goal
- coach (or another player) calls out three numbers
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
- close control