2v2 End Line Dribble
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- in pairs
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- teams play 2v2
- one team form a line on one side of the grid with the other team on the opposite side
- coach plays the ball in
- teams score by dribbling across the opposing team’s goal line
- if a goal is scored, the ball goes out of bounce or after 45 seconds next two pairs come onto the field
- rotate partners and pairings
- team with most goals wins
Variation:
- play 1v1 or 3v3 etc.
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position — open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- setting up defender
- protecting the ball
Defending:
- angle and distance of cover
- intercept passes
- track recovery runs
- change role of pressure and cover
- visual and verbal communication
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