Scoring with Restriction
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals or mini goals
- pinnies
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- each team defends and attacks 2 goals
- players only are allowed to score from inside the playing area as shown
- ball must stay on the ground
Variation:
- goals only count if it was scored with the first touch
- goals only count after two passes
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- ball movement
- quick finish
- combinations
- switch point of attack
- angle, distance and timing of support
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power