5v5 Goalie Target
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession, Goalkeeping
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- each team attempts to keep possession and complete 5 passes before a player can chip the ball into the goalkeepers hands to be awarded a point for his team
- goalie feeds the ball back to the team that scored
Variation:
- play 4v4, 6v6, 7v7 etc.
- team must connect 3 passes before the chip
- limit number of touches
- adjust size of field if necessary
Coaching Points:
- constant movement
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
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