Numbers Up Game
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 goals
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- play 4v4 without steady goalies
- one designated player on the defending team becomes the goalie who can only block shots with his feet
Variation:
- two players on the defending team become the goalies
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
- quick finish
- quick transition
- create space for others
- attack space behind defense
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