5v4 Endzones
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Basic Information
Age Group (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players 10+
Difficulty Easy-Medium
Time 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 5v4 plus neutral player
- each team defends and attacks one end zone
- players score by dribbling into endzone with control of the ball
- switch roles after 3-4 minutes
Variation:
- play 6v5, 5v4, 4v3 plus 1 neutral player
- play 5v5 where each player is allowed to defend only one designated player (switch pairs every 5 minutes)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- attack open space
- protect the ball
- change of speed & direction
- take on defender
- vision