Target Players In Each Half
Please read on for free simple attacking soccer drills that will greatly improve players attacking aspects of the game.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- each team has two target players in the attacking half
- if a target player receives the ball from a teammate he dribbles it onto the field (passer takes the target players position)
- goals scored after a target player touches the ball are awarded 3 points
Variation:
- minimum of two (three) touches for all players
- target players can move around corner flag to opponent’s goal line to support teammates
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- attack open space
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- switch point of attack
- communication
- decision making
- create space for others
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