(End Zones) 20min - Create end zones using tall or small cones. - 50 x 30 yard depending on number of players. - 3v3, 4v4, 5v5, No GK. - Players must dribble or pass the ball into the end zone for a point, once in the zone the ball is left and play resumes from opposite team. - 5/6 pass combination for extra ponits.
- Focus on fundamental passing, moving, support. - Focus on basic defending and attacking skills. - Quick counter-attacks. (Progression/Variation) - Limit the amount of touches. - Coach has a supply of footballs ready to put into the game if the ball goes out.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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