6 Goal Game w Goalies
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Basic Information
Age Group (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players 8+
Difficulty Easy
Time 20-30 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- 4 mini goals or cone goals
pinnies
Description:
- each team defends 2 adjacent mini goals
- on coach’s command each team defends only a designated goal with goalie
Variation:
- add a neutral player
- each team has to defend 2 mini goals and one goal with goalie
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- support teammates
- fast transitions
- spread out
- quick finish
- switch point of attack
- take on defender