Partner Tag
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 2+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- in pairs (1 player from each team)
- each player with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- players dribble inside playing area
- on coach’s command one team tries to tag their designated partner from the other team as many times as
- possible within 30 sec.
- switch roles
- player with the most tags after multiple rounds wins
Variation:
- specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
- start game without balls as a warm up
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- soft touch
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