Switching Keep Away
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 12+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- 2 grids (10yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- pinnies
Description:
- five players try to keep the ball away from the two defenders
- after three (four) passes they are allowed to pass the ball to a player from the other grid who makes
- a run into the area between the two grids to receive the ball
- once he touches the ball the other two defenders from outside are allowed to enter the grid to pressure the ball
- the attacking team that loses possession or makes a mistake then switches roles with the defending team
Variation:
- play 4v1, 5v3, 5v1 etc.
- pass to switch the grid must be one-touch
- player that switches the ball to the other grid must chip the ball
- allow the defenders to enter the grid as soon as the pass is made
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position – open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
Defending:
- angle and distance of cover
- changing role of pressure and cover
- angle and speed of approach
- body shape, balance, and foot positioning
- delay and channel
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