Multi Ball Game # 2
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- teams play with 2 balls simultaneously
- each team starts with one ball
- team with most goals within 6-8 minutes wins
Variation:
- minimum of 2-3 touches
- multiple 1v1s (players can only defend designated player and not tackle another attacker)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- verbal and visual communication
- quick finish
- quick decision making
- awareness
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball