5v3 Multiple Targets
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession, Finishing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 5v3
- attackers (5 players) score by knocking over the cones with the ball
- defenders score by completing a pass to a teammate who receives it outside the grid
- if ball goes out of bounds the ball is kicked back in (kick-ins)
- players switch roles after 7 goals by the attackers and 4 goals by the defenders
Variation:
- play 6v3, 5v2 etc.
- vary number of defenders and attackers but make sure to have one target per defender on the grid
- defenders score by passing to coach who moves around the grid
- attackers must knock down a cone with a first touch
- limit number of touches for attackers
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- decision making
- communication
- create supporting angles
- quick transitions
- quick finishing
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
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