3v3 Transition
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 cone goals (4-5yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- all three teams on the grid
- teams score by dribbling through cone goal
- red team attacks grey team’s goal
- if grey team wins the ball the red team is out of the game but remains on the field
- grey team now attacks blue team’s goal
- scoring team stays on and direction of play changes
Variation:
- play 2v2, 4v4 etc.
- minimum of 3 touches
- teams score by dribbling across opponent’s end line
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- decision making
- communication
- quick finish
- good first touch
- attack open space
- quick transition