4v4 w Cone Goals
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing, Possession, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- 4 cone goals (2-4yds)
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4
- each team defends and attacks two goals
- goals count if the shot is taken with a first touch
Variation:
- add a neutral player
- use mini goals instead of cone goals
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
- angle, distance and timing of support
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication