4v4 Scrimmage w Offside Lines
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 12+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- teams play 4v4 with goalies and offside lines
- third team practices juggling on the side line
- winner stays on and loser is replaced by the third team
- which team scores most goals within 10 minutes?
Variation:
- if an attacker dribbles across offside line, he tries to beat the goalie in a 1v1 situation (2 points)
- minimum of three touches
- adjust size of field if necessary
Coaching Points:
- take on defender
- quick finish
- good first touch
- attack open space