Zone 1v1 With Target
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 4+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Attacking, Defending
Field Preparation:
- groups of 4-6
- each group with 2-3 balls
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- one player starts in the middle and acts as a defender
- another player acts a goalie in the mini goal
- first player in line dribbles and tries to get past the defender in the middle grid before trying to score on the mini goal
- the attacker then becomes the defender and the defender becomes the goalie
Variation:
- passive defender
- players must use a move to get past the defender
- players can attack in pairs (2v1)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
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