Pair Shooting w Defender
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- each player with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal w goalie
Description:
- on coach’s command first player from each line dribble zig zag around cones and then pass to each other before
- they are allowed to shoot on goal
- defender attempts to prevent at least on attacker from shooting
- players waiting in line pass to each other until their turn comes up
Variation:
- same as before but only player has a ball (2v1)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quality of preparation touch
- get the shot off as quickly as possible
- aggressive and positive mentality
- if the goalkeeper charges out – slot the ball under him or dribble around him
- defender must force attacker to one side
- close down shooter quickly
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