Transition Game # 4
Soccer teams learn and improve how to counter from defense to attack with this exercise and this drill is designed to be played at a quick pace.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing, Possession, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2x goals with goalies
- pinnies
- supply of balls ready for continuous play
Description:
- one defending team in front of each goal as shown (red + blue)
- one attacking team starts in the middle
- the attacking team starts with the ball and attempts to score on one goal with the defenders (red) trying to prevent this
- if the ball is won by the defending team the defenders give it right back to the attacking team who
- now starts an attack on the other goal which is defended by the blue team
- switch roles after 5-7 minutes
Variation:
- play 3v3v3, 5v5v5 etc.
- create a numbers up situation (i.e. 5 attackers vs. 2 x 3 defenders)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- communication
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
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