5v3 Possession & Finishing
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Basic Information
Age Group (5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players 6+
Difficulty Medium
Time 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession, Finishing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 5v3
- tall cones are positioned 5-6yds in from the end lines
- teams score by knocking over the cones with the game ball
- defenders can block shots and maintain possession themselves
- if ball goes out of bounds the ball is kicked back in (kick-ins)
- switch roles every 2-3 minutes
Variation:
- vary number of defenders and attackers but make sure to have one target per defender on the grid
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- communication
- create supporting angles
- quick transitions
- quick finishing
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage (behind targets?)
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