Plus 2 Channel Players
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- 2v2 with 2 channel players on the attacking team in each half
- channel player with the ball attempts to make a cross
- opposite channel player must pinch in to create numbers up situation
- if ball is won by the defenders channel player must retreat back to his designated area
- defenders attempt to make a pass to their channel players or attackers
- goals off a cross count 2 points
Variation:
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group p
Coaching Points:
- constant movement
- communication
- good angle and distance of support to receive ball
- create supporting angles
- look to combine
- keep the ball moving with quick accurate passing