Transition Game # 1
This is a site for the soccer trainer with soccer drills and practices of global soccer. A methodology that includes tactics, technique and training.
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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 Finishing, Attacking
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 goals without goalies
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- pinnies
Description:
- play 6v6
- the defending team always must have two players on goal line and defend the goal without using
- their hands (4v6)
- goal can only be scored below knee height
- goalies are not allowed to move out off goal line (penalty kick for the attacking team if they do)
Variation:
- goals count only if it the shot comes off a first touch
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- quick finish
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
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