1v1 End Zone
Dribbling soccer games like this one are great to teach players how to take on their opponent or how to attack space.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 4 teams with 3-4 players each
- each player with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- 2 grids (15yds x 20yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- play 1v1
- teams score a point by dribbling into opponent’s end zone with control
- team that was scored on last always starts with the ball
- next pair comes on if a goal is scored or the ball goes out of bounce
Variation:
- play tournament (team with 10 points advances)
- players must stop the ball dead inside the end zone for the point to count
- 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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