2v2 Each Half # 2
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- play 2v2 in each half
- players must stay in their half
Variation:
- vary numbers in each half
- the player who makes a pass into the attacking half may follow it to support the other attackers
- one attacking player is allowed into the defending half to advance the ball into the attacking half
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- quick transition
- quick finish
Defending:
- control and restraint
- delay and channel
- angle and distance of cover
- intercept pass
- changing role of pressure and cover
- visual and verbal communication