Heading Warm Up
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 5-15 min.
Emphasis: Heading, Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- teams score if a player heads the ball back to the pass giver
- possession changes if the ball is dropped or the other team intercepts the pass
Variation:
- player must head the ball to another player (not the pass giver) in order to score
- 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
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