Halfway Line Goal Zones
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 20-25 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goal zones on either side of halfway line
pinnies - good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- play 4v4, 5v5, 6v6 etc.
- one team can score a point by dribbling into a goal zone with control
- the other team can score on both goals with goalies but cannot score on the same goalie twice in a row
- switch roles after 3-4 minutes
Variation:
- teams switch roles each time a goal is scored
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- create space for others
- attack space behind defense
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