Dribble and Shoot # 1
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Finishing
Field Preparation:
- each player with a ball
- 2x goals with goalies
- supply of cones
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- players dribble and shoot on goal by the time they reach the center of the area as shown
- once a player has taken a shot he get in line of the group at the opposite end
- first player with 8 goals wins
Variation:
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- shots cannot touch the ground before they hit their target
- 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