Alien versus Predator
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Basic Information
Age Group (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players 6+
Difficulty Easy-Medium
Time 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- each player with a ball
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
Description:
- players dribble inside the grid and attempt to keep the defenders/coaches from winning the ball
- if defender/coach wins a ball from the player the player has to win it back
- defenders/coaches cannot go and contest the ball from the same player twice in a row
Variation:
- vary number of defenders
- defenders switch roles with attackers once they lose the ball
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control