Transitions Team Game
If ran as a quick paced, dynamic game, this drill will allow you to focus on transition from offense to defense.
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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: Passing, Possession, Attacking,Defending
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (45yds x 60yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
- have a supply of balls ready for continuous play
Description:
- grey team in the middle zone starts with the ball and attacks one end and tries to score
- play goes on until the grey team scores or the red team gets the ball into the middle zone under control
- red team attacks now the opposite end defended by the blue-white team and the gray team moves
- to the end zone vacated by the red team
Variation:
- play 4v4, 5v5 etc.
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- quick transitions
- combination play
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
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