1v1 Dribbling Gates # 2
This 1v1 Dribbling Gates activity is designed for young players and will focus on their dribbling soccer skills and is great fun for the kids.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 4+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: dribbling
Field Preparation:
- in pairs
- each pair with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (3-5 yds)
- pinnies
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- players in possession try to score by dribbling through as many cone goals as possible
- players cannot go through same gate twice in a row
- if the defender gets possession of the ball he has to give it back to his partner right away
- switch roles after appr. 45-60 seconds
Variation:
- players score by stopping the ball between any cone goal
- defenders can also score on any goal (closest goal) if they win the ball
- if a player manages to dribble through all the cone goals he is awarded an extra point
- vary number and size of cone goals
- same rules as before but now play 3v3 or 4v4 with one ball
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
Defending:
- angle and speed of approach
- body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- control and restraint
- delay and channel
- deny turn
- timing and decision to tackle
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