4v4 Plus 2 Into 6v4
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Possession, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4
- attacking team attempts to pass to one of the two neutral players who run around the grid freely
- once a neutral player receives the ball both neutral players come on the field (now a 6v4) trying to
- make 6 passes in a row with the team in possession
- if the ball is lost during the 6v4 both neutral players return to the outside of the grid
Variation:
- teams score by keeping the ball for 15, 30 or 60 seconds
- vary number of consecutive passes
- add a third (fourth) neutral player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- communication
- create supporting angles
- play the way you face and away from pressure
- keep the ball moving with quick accurate passing
- constant movement