Open Goals
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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: Attacking, Defending, Passing, Possession, Goalkeeping
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 cone goals (6-10yds) with goalkeepers
- pinnies
Description:
- each team defends a cone goal
- goal can be scored from both sides of the goal
Variation:
- goalies can only move side to side on goal line
- goals only count if knee high
- goals can only be scored with the first touch
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- accurate passes
- quick decision making
- protect the ball
- good angle of support
- movement on and off the ball
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