4v2 w Mini Goal
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Possession, Passing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 4 attackers / 2 defenders
- grid (30yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 mini goals
- pinnies for defenders to carry
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- attackers can score on both mini goals
- if defenders win the ball they give it right back to the attackers
- attackers cannot score on the same goal twice in a row
- defenders switch roles with attackers if they intercept 10 passes
Variation:
- defenders switch roles with attackers if they dribble the ball out of the grid 3-4 times
- vary number of attackers and/or defenders
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- disguise
- first touch
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