Crossing Shooting
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 1x goal with goalie
- target area (7yds x 7yds)
- good supply of cones
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- the passer giver makes a lofted pass diagonally across the grid to a player who is waiting in the target area
- the player in the box receives the ball and shoots on goal with his second touch
- sequence repeats now from the other side
- switch pass givers after appr. 5-10 minutes
Variation:
- specify how players must shoot/pass (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- the player in one box receives the pass and lays off for the player in the other box
limit number of touches - adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
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