Stopwatch Finishing
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Finishing
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- 2 teams scrimmage on small field
- scrimmage lasts until third team scores 10 goals
- next rotate teams
Variation:
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- rotate teams every 3-5 minutes
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- Finishing:
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power