4v4 Plus 2 Target Players
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Defending, Attacking, Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- each team has two target players positioned outside the grid by the middle line as shown
- if a team wins possession the two target players can enter the grid to create a numbers up situation on the attack
- once the ball is lost both players must leave the grid again and the target players of the other team can enter the grid
- offiside rules apply
Variation: play without offside
- target players start from opponent’s goal line
- teams must connect 4 (5) passes before they can score
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- accurate passes
- quick decision making
- quick finish
- good angle of support
- movement on and off the ball
- quick transitions
- find the open space
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