Two teams of 3, consisting of 2 defenders and 1 attacker. Defenders must start in own half, whilst attacker stays in attacking half. Game starts by coach giving ball to one of the defensive players. Teams must pass and play ball amonst themselves to gain space to get a shot at goal. Rules Shots can occur anywhere on field If players go out of area or field of play, then ball goes to opposition Team with the most goals wins
Approach - Pass the ball to create opportunity whenever an opportunity arises Shooting - Standing foot placed next to ball, striking foot to hit ball on instep or laces, following through for power. Knee over ball to keep it low Passing - use side of foot Movement - players must keep on moving to find space and help create opportunity to shoot. Progressions/ Variations Smaller halves Add players (only when they get it :) ) Increase overload from 2v1 to 3/4 v 1/2
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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