8v6 Possess To Finish
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Attacking, Defending, Possession, Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 60yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- play 8v6
- each team defends a goal
- the attacking team with 8 players can only take three touches in their defending half and two (one)
- touches in the attacking half
- the defending team has no restrictions
- the defending can also score by connecting five passes in a row
- switch roles after 7-10 minutes
Variation:
- vary number of players and/or touch restriction
- the attacking team has to score a goal with a first touch
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- switch point of attack
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
- angle, distance and timing of support
- body position — open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- shape of team to maintain possession
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