4 Goal Game
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- 4 mini goals
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- pinnies
Description:
- teams must connect 4 (5) passes before they can score on any of the four goals
Variation:
- each team defends and attacks 2 goals
- add a neutral player
- a goal must come off a first touch shot
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power