Ball Capture
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- all players from one team with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- the players with the ball dribble inside the grid and try to keep possession as long as possible
- the goal for each team is to have as many balls in their possession as possible
- players from the same team can work together to take away balls or to keep possession
- team with most balls under control at the end of the game wins
- each round lasts between 2-4 minutes
- play multiple rounds
- repeat sequence with the other team starting with the balls
Variation:
- play with 2 (3, 4 etc.) balls only
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
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