Goalkeeper Passing
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 7+
Emphasis: Possession, Passing, Goalkeeping
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- teams score by making a pass to the goalie who picks the ball up
- goalie gives it back to the team that scored last
Variation:
- vary number of goalies
- teams score only by making a high pass that is caught out of the air by the goalie
- 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
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