Multiple 1v1 Plus 4+4
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 12+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- supply of balls ready for continuous play
Description:
- 4 pairs inside the grid
- 4 players from each team around the grid as shown
- 2-3 target players outside the grid also have balls
- each pair plays a separate 1v1 inside the grid
- players inside the grid score by passing to a target player who doesn’t have a ball
- once a goal is scored only the passer/goalscorer can run to receive a new ball from another target player as
- shown
- switch roles after appr. 2 minutes
Variation:
- vary number of pairs inside the grid
- vary number of target players with a ball
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- disguise
- vision
- first touch
- communication
- quick decision making
- accuracy over power