1v1 Two Grids
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
(16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: dribbling, attacking, defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 grids (15yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- mini goals
- pinnies
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- players dribble through cone goal to take on defender in a 1v1 situation
- defender is allowed to enter through cone goal #2 once attacker crosses through goal #1
- the defender cannot follow the attacker once he dribbles through cone goal #2
- next the attacker becomes the defender
Variation:
- coach distributes ball and teammate of the player that wins the ball enters the game to make a 2v1
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- protect ball
- change of speed & direction
- vision
- set up defender
- close control
- quick finish
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