6v3 Possession
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 6v3
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- 6 attackers versus 3 defenders
- attacking team attempts to keep possession and complete 10 passes to be awarded a point
- defending team scores by winning possession and passing it into one of the mini goals
- switch roles every 3-4 minutes
Variation:
- cone goals instead of mini goals
- limit number of touches for attackers
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- constant movement
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- first touch
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