Crossing # 3
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Basic Information
Age Group: (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- 2 target areas (7 x 7yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4
- target areas are set up diagonally from one another
- each team defends one designated area
- teams score by making a lofted pass over the marked lines into the goalkeeper’s hands without a bounce
- goalkeepers must stay in their zone
- goalkeeper feeds the ball back to the team that was scored upon
- teams attempt to prevent the chip by closing and pressing
Variation:
- play 5v5, 6v6 etc.
- teams must connect 4 passes before they can chip the ball to the goalkeeper
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- first touch
- quick transition
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- quick decision making
- accurate passes
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