Possession Winner
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Attacking, Defending, Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (35yds x 45yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 reg. goals with goalkeepers
- pinnies
Description:
- play 6v6
- if a team scores they cannot score again until the other team scores a goal
- team that is winning tries to keep possession for as long as possible but cannot score again until the losing
- team scores the equalizer
- winning team must play 1 or 2 touch
Variation:
- add a neutral player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- vision and awareness
- concentration
- angle, distance and timing of support
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- shape of team to maintain possession
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