1v1v1 Variation
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams with 2-3 players
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (3-4yds)
- pinnies
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- play 1v1v1
- the coach plays in the ball
- the players score by dribbling through their own cone goal
- repeat sequence with a new set of players
- the first team to reach 3 points wins
Variation:
- set a time limit for each game (i.e. 45 seconds)
- add a neutral player
- play 2v2v2
- players score by passing through their own cone goal to a teammate who controls the ball
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- agility and balance
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
Defending:
- angle and speed of approach
- body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- control and restraint
- delay and channel
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