One Goal Plus Target Zones
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 45yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal with goalie
- 2 target zones (10x10yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- defenders defend goal with goalkeeper
- attackers’ objective is to score on big goal
- defenders try to counterattack by passing to a teammate who is inside one of the target zones
- switch roles after 5-10 minutes
Variation:
- direction of play changes each time defenders score by passing to a teammate who is inside one of the target areas
- add a player to the attacking team (5v4)
- add neutral player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- spread out
- quick finish
- switch point of attack
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