Target Players # 16
Please read on for free soccer drills that will greatly improve your players attacking game by scoring more goals and getting more shots on target.
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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, Possession, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 target zones (4-6 yards deep)
- cones to mark off area
- 4 mini goals
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4
- each team has one target player in their attacking zone
- players must stay in their designated zone
- teams score by passing to their target player who passes back to a third player who then tries to
- score on either of the two goals
Variation:
- limit number of touches for targets
- goals must be scored off a first touch
- both targets are neutral which allows the teams to score on all four goals
- normal size goals with goalies instead of mini goals
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- take advantage of numbers up situation
- fast transition
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
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