5v2 Keep Away # 1
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 7
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- groups of 7
- grid (15yds x 25yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- play 5v2 keep away with one defender in each half
- 4 outside attacking players move around the grid
- the attacking player inside the grid can move all over the grid
- attacking team scores if the target player inside the grid receives and passes the ball to an outside player
- defenders must stay in their designated half
- outside players may pass to each other
Variation:
- limit number of touches for outside players
- target player cannot pass to the outside player from which he received the pass
- 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
- good first touch takes ball away from pressure
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