Shooting Drill w Defender
What is the best way to blast one past the goalkeeper? Find out where exactly you should aim your shot and pick up other tips for better goal-scoring.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 1 goal with goalie
- supply of cones
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- first player with the ball passes to partner who attempts to dribble and shoot on goal
- passer becomes the defender who can try to block or steal the ball
- defender cannot cross the second line
- players switch roles after each turn
- players switch sides after 4-8 rounds
Variation:
- defenders are passive
- first pass is lofted
- shot on goal must be towards the goalie (as a warm up)
- attacker has to shoot on goal on his first touch after he crosses the second line
- attacker must try to beat the goalie in a 1v1 situation
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- setting up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protecting the ball
- accurate passes
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