5v5 Match Condition
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Basic Information
Age Group (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players 8+
Difficulty Easy
Time 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- unconditioned scrimmage
- teams score a point if a player beats a defender with a move
- each regular goal is awarded one point
Variation:
- 3 touch minimum
- play with mini goals instead of regular size goals with goalies
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- quick finish
- quick transition