Small Sided Finishing Game
Please read on for free soccer drills that will greatly improve your players attacking game by cashing in on more scoring opportunities.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (20yds x 50yds)
- 2x goals with goalies
- good supply of cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
Description:
- 4 defenders vs. 2 attackers in each half
- players must stay in their designated area
- the defenders shoot from their own half of the field and the forwards can only score on rebounds
Variation:
- defenders must connect 2 passes before they can score
- limit number of touches for defenders
- 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
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
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