how do i progress this drill
how do i progress the interception and recover drill as a wd
Intercept and Recover for WD/GD
DESCRIPTION
Feeder on the centre circle, 2 attackers on the third line (~5m apart) with the defender stood behind in between them. The feeder can pass to either attacker and the defender will go for the intercept. Whoever gets the ball then passes to the feeder and the attacker that the ball was thrown to runs back towards the edge of the circle with the defender. The Feeder then passes to the Attacker again and the Defender tries to intercept.
Intercept and Recover for WD/GD
DESCRIPTION
Feeder on the centre circle, 2 attackers on the third line (~5m apart) with the defender stood behind in between them. The feeder can pass to either attacker and the defender will go for the intercept. Whoever gets the ball then passes to the feeder and the attacker that the ball was thrown to runs back towards the edge of the circle with the defender. The Feeder then passes to the Attacker again and the Defender tries to intercept.
Erin SettersCoach, England
ANSWERS
Cam HughesCoach, England
Hi Erin, To progress the "Intercept and Recover" drill for a Wing Defence (WD), you can incorporate more dynamic movements and decision-making elements. Here's a suggestion:
- Increase Complexity: Introduce more attackers and feeders to simulate game-like scenarios. This will force the WD to make quicker decisions on when to intercept and recover.
- Add a Timing Element: Use a timer to encourage quick transitions between intercepting and recovering. This can help improve reaction times and agility.
- Vary the Passes: Have feeders use different types of passes (e.g., bounce, lob, chest) to challenge the WD's ability to read and intercept various trajectories.
- Incorporate Fitness: Add sprints or agility drills between interceptions to build endurance and simulate the physical demands of a match.
For more detailed guidance, you can check out the "Intercept and Recover" drill here: 1 Intercept and Recover.
Best of luck with your training!
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