4v1 Passing Game w Target
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 5+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Finishing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- cones to mark off area
- center box (3yds x 3yds)
- grid (15yds x 15yds)
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- outside players pass the ball around from outside the grid trying to find an opening to knock the
- ball off the cone in the center box
- the defender moves around the center box to block all shots
- the defender cannot leave the grid to pressure the ball
Variation:
- add a second defender
- add another target (ball placed on cone)
- add a second ball for the attackers to pass around
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- disguise
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
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