Target Players # 11
The ability to possess the ball under pressure, whether in combination with other teammates or individually is the key to each player’s development.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium-Hard
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 30yds)
- 2 target zones as shown
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- 2 teams play 4v4
- each team has a target player positioned in each zone
- team score by passing to their target player who then must pass to a third player on the same team
- opposing player in target zone prevents other player from receiving or completing a pass
Variation:
- teams can only score if their target player can control a lofted pass
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- disguise
- vision
- first touch
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