Goalie Center Square
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 7+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Possession, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- target zone (8x8yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- teams score by making a lofted pass to the goalkeeper who must catch the ball out of the air for the point to count
- goalkeeper must stay inside target zone
- players cannot run through target zone
Variation:
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- accuracy
- weight of pass
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