Scrimmage w Two Neutrals # 2
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- each defends and attacks one goal with goalie
- wall players on the side line help one designated team to create a numbers up situation
- wall players cannot be challenged unless they dribble into the grid
- neutral players must return to the side line after a shot on goal or if the attacking team loses the ball
- after 5-10 minutes wall players play for the other team exclusively
Variation:
- players must take a maximum of three touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- quick finish
- good first touch
- attack open space
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- create space for others
- attack space behind defense
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