Summer Session
Spring/Summer Session
Development Path
U12+ C1 U12 + aged teams
U11 Soccer – The real game
U9/10 Academy United In Development Recreational
Content • Sessions • Structure of training – 4 technical to one technical functional • Coaches – run their own practices • Additional Opportunities that need encouraging ✓ A to U11 C2 and 3 ✓ B to A ✓ C to B ✓ A groups to participate in a U11 tournament in preparation for fall
• Practice locations – City center and CMS
Game Schedule Date May 12, 2018
Spring/Summer Season: Saturdays
Host Prior Lake- Girls CC United Boys
May 19, 2018
White Bear
June 9, 2018
Park Valley United
June 16, 2018
Woodbury
June 30, 2018
Prior Lake (Summer Showcase)
Formation 1-2-3-1 +2 Wide 1.
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Has a player in every zone in Defenders, midfielders and strikers
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Forces our team to play through the team and not direct
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Wide players make good soccer shapes in diamonds and triangles with central players
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Is adaptable to 3 players in every zone
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Gives opportunities to switch the field of play
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Stretches opponents with our width
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Forces our Goalkeeper to play out of the back increasing technical development and tactical awareness
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Gives realistic central midfield options
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Will allow players to develop multi positional awareness and n opportunity to develop specific positional techniques
10. Develops a 9 and 10 based on movement
It all starts from the back
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To get the team comfortable in playing from a goal kick To do this the goalkeeper places the ball in the center of the Goal area (small box) The central defenders and wide players go wide and central midfielder and striker make the diamond
Note: if the opponents mark up all of our player the GK is encouraged to kick to space or the field players look to change places
Sessions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Dribbling Passing Playing from the back Dribbling for speed Dribbling for possession Playing from the back Passing- playing the way you face Receiving Total Team Shape
10. Shielding 11. Dribbling to beat 12. Playing into the striker 13. Dribbling 14. Passing- long 15. Switching Play 16. Passing for penetration – (split pass) 17. Shooting 18. Total Team Shape
Dribbling Organization Players have a ball each Players move with the ball with relaxed habits
Challenge: Can they move with the ball without breaking a jog/skip 1. Get the players used to the term PREP Touch 2. On the coaches call the players should PREP for 5 seconds with the ball and then relax 3. Have the player comfortable using PREP as they dribble close to another player
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Ball out of feet Head up Comfort chancing feet Good foot and eye coordination
Prep touches • Knees bend- prepare for speed • Small touches of the ball – prepare to commit defender • Eyes looking diagonal • Laces- Prepare for 1st GO step
Three cones 2x Orange and 1 Blue 3 cones to every 2 players Player dribble towards the Blue cones and PREP • Change pace and direction to get around the orange • Have them PREP with one foot and change pace and direction with the other • Coach the player to do this in order 1. Relax in space 2. PREP and ENGAGE 3. Change PACE and DIRECTION Can they do it as late as possible?
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Maintain Good PREP Habits 1st
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MUST USE outside of the foot to get around the orange cone
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Timing Change speed to attack cones Change Direction sharply Large touch out of feet with the outside of foot
Adding pressure 6 starting cones and 12 players 3 balls to begin with Players get safe by dribbling to another cones on the outside Coach starts as defender If defender stops the ball they change places
• Awareness of pressure • Bravery – can the player get close to the defender and PREP • Timing • Use outside of foot to beat the defender
Add in another 1-2 defenders pending on success Finish Session with 3v3 to 4 goals
Passing and support Organization 1v1 get out 4 players – 15 yard square Object of the game is to get out of the middle Each team has 2 players on the outside of the area 2 on the in The central player can get out at any one of their 2 targets On hitting the target the target brings the ball in
Coaching points •Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In groups of 4 fifteen yards apart One ball at the front of each line Players pass across and follow their pass Go to ONE Ball Add in two cones three yards in on the side of the area players pass and check out to the side cone
▪Quality of pass ▪Pass and step forwards ▪Communication from the player on the ball Checking ▪On passing -Check facing in to the middle of area
Play the 1st game with one difference The player must do a double pass to get out
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Final Game 25x15 with a 5 yard goal and a line of cones 5 yards out 2v2 playing a sweeper keeper Goalkeeper cannot be challenged when passed back to Goalkeeper can dribble the ball in and change goalkeepers or pass and stay
• Team Shape • Checking at an angle
Angle and distance of support Quality of pass Receiving away from pressure Recognition of pressure Coach the secondary movement after the 1st pass
Playing from the back Organization 1 goal and a goalkeeper 2 players 1 cone centrally 15 yards away 2 Blue side cones on the goal line Players pass back to goalkeeper and move to either one of the blue side cones to receive Goalkeeper plays a pass and they break out through the counter goals Another player is added in • • •
Have the receiving player drive through the counter goals on their side Have the receiving player switch the ball across the field either through the goalkeeper or directly Now allow them to choose what they do
Add in two white cones and another player • The Coach becomes the striker creating depth • The pass splits the defenders and the 3rd player moves to either one of the white cones • Now we have created a diamond • Service is both behind and in front of them • Add in the final midfielder and you have the play out shape C
Play out shape
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Goalkeeper holds ball at feet Moves backwards to see field Distance of support Player receives on the back foot Establish Width 1st touch out of feet
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Recognition of team shape Goalkeeper supports the pass wide Pass back to the keeper outside of the back post Receiving 1st touch on the back foot Communication of switch 1st touch out feet on receiving
• Establish the play out shape • 3rd player moves to white cone that is opposite side to the ball centrally • 3rd player opens up to the striker • Be aware of the midfielder • Coach the goalkeeper to move up with the team
Playing from the back- adding pressure Organization One striker is added in Striker scores in the goal Players try to play out without the striker scoring S
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1. Serve the ball to the striker to establish transition 2. Add in a 2nd striker 3. Remove the cones as players gain comfort 30x40 -two three yard counter goals Two teams of 5 1 GK 2 defenders 1 midfielder 1 coach striker Team scores by dribbling through side gates or passing to coach in center
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Start with 1 defender Allow 2 defenders Allow 3
Coaching Points • Awareness of pressure • Recognition of when to change the point of attack • Can the goalkeeper create space by holding the ball
• Ask players “what's the best way to score • Can they threaten with one way and then hit an opposite way • Can they prepare technically to score in the correct way • Have the goalkeeper hold the ball and play when pressure comes in
• Encourage team to stay in their half with ball to develop comfort Progress to allowing more defenders to cross
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Get up to 3 defenders as that is usual game pressure Take away the mid zone and free play Coach has a supply of balls and serves in to 1. Turn the defense 2. Play from the goalkeeper
• Speed of play • Recognize when to break out • Coach in the flow at this point
Dribbling for Speed Organization 30 x40 yard Area 1 ball each moving around 1. On coaches call players have 3 seconds to cover as much ground with the ball as possible 2. Players stop the ball before covering ground 3. Players perform a fake before covering ground 4. Players perform a turn (inside outside or pullback)
Coaching Points •Awareness of space •Large controlled touch out of feet •Use Laces •Body mechanics-Get low and drive
Area 30x40 with 5 (free areas) three yard squares in the corner of the field and one in the center 2 Minute games - Two defenders at first, If players lose their ball to a defender they switch roles 1. Players dribble in and out of as many squares as possible 2. Add another defender
•Awareness of pressure •Awareness of space •Change speed under pressure •Recognize when to shield/ dribble
Area 30x40 with a five yard end zone 3v3 Players score by dribbling the ball into the end zone Teams can only pass the ball backwards
•Team Shape •Recognition of space •Preparation to accelerate
Final Game 30x40 with 2 five yard zones on side 4v4 players can have 2 touches in middle and unlimited in wide channel Free play –no zones
•Awareness of space
Receiving and Dribbling for speed Organization In groups of 7 each on the corner of a 25 yard square One ball Players move the ball as quickly as possible around the outside of the square following the ball to the next corner Add in a 2nd ball on the outside
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Organization Add in a 3rd ball that is different color and is run across the area on the inside as quickly as possible
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Coaching Points Inside 1st touch receive Receive on the back foot Use the laces for the 2nd touch Get low and ready to drive Large touch across ¾ of area Pass with the 3rd
Coaching Points Awareness of the 2nd ball 1st touch a large one and away from the 2nd ball Communication becomes key Be ready to receive central ball with any foot that it comes to
Dribbling for Possession Objective: To improve each players ability to turn with the ball
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Organization Area 25x20 3v3 with 4 goals T 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Teams score 1 point for passing through goals and 3 points for dribbling through
•Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In a 25x20 yard area each player has a ball Player looks to execute 1. Inside Cut 2. Outside Cut 3. Pullback •Players dribble up others and turn •Players kick as many other peoples balls without getting theirs kicked
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Area 25x20 1 ball between 2 players Coach says go and when they say stop who ever is in possession gets a point •Attacking player walks in possession • Players can go for anyone else’s ball Play the 1st game but coach the decision making Recognition of the goal to attack 1. Turn to attack Finish with 3v3 +goalkeeper to 2 goals
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Relaxed body Look before turning Bend knees+ Pivot on non kicking foot Ball out of feet on other side Change speed Turn in opponents tackling zone Shielding Shield -over run away with the ball Ball on furthest foot Lean into defender Arms out for balance and awareness Recognition of when to turn
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Turning away from pressure Awareness of space Awareness of weak side opponents Team Shape (diamond) with a GK Can the players turn and shoot
Playing out of the back- 3 pieces G
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From the goalkeepers hands
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Organization Area 30x 40 yards with half line and counter goals 5v5 Each team has 2 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Forward is restricted to staying in opposite side of the field Players reset formation If the ball goes out Periodically the coach will restart from •The goalkeepers hands •From a goal kick •With a defender facing their own goal •A pass in behind the defenders •A pass into the opposing forwards •Coach the team to move off the ball as the ball moves to its target •Coach team to provide angles of support •Coach the team to pass the ball the way they face and not to turn when in high risk areas 3. Allow the midfielder to cross the line with the striker
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From a pass in behind the defenders
Coaching points •Communication •Awareness of forward •Move to support as the ball moves •Angle and distance of support •Supporting players keep open body shape to the field (don’t turn their backs) •Quality of pass- accuracy/power •Play the way you face- make attack predictable •Recognize which side of the field to attack •Forward working to get open •Coach the team to go from big shape to small shape •Ask the questions 1. Is the striker open 2. Which side of the field is open
Playing out of the back Switching Fields Organization G
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Area 30x 40 yards with a halfway line and counter goals 5v5 Each team has 2 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Forward is restricted to staying in opposite side of the field 1. With 1 ball per team have the players pass around their team (unopposed) 2. Striker must stay in opposing half- 1 player can advance out of the defensive end by passing to striker or dribbling through the counter goals
Team switching fields successfully
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Player being invited in with a pass
Reset formation on ball going out Periodically the coach will restart the game •From the goalkeeper •From an outside defender •From a forward inviting a player in (though side goals) •Coach the team to provide angles of support •Coach to attack with speed on one side of the field •Coach the players decision to switch the field directly (long pass) or indirectly (2-3 short, quick passes) •Coach may have to Join in and play to demonstrate getting open on the weak side or switching play
Coaching points •Communication •Move to support as the ball moves •Recognition of what side of the field to attack •Awareness of strikers position •Play the way you face when facing goalkeeper •Angle and distance of support •Supporting players open body shape to the field (don’t turn their backs) •Selection of pass- Long/Short •Attack with decisiveness to create scoring opportunities or to create a weak side and a need to switch fields
•Speed of play •Attack with speed dribbling threats •Deception •Movement of the forward to create a weak side
Passing- playing the way you face
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Organization Area 40x30 Two teams 1 ball Teams complete 4 passes and must score on the 5th pass – players cannot turn with the ball Do this with no defenders then add one If ball is out coach serves to the opposing team •Progress to more defenders +gk
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Coaching Points Play the game with no coaching Coach the rules and have the players keep the score
In groups of 4 passing in sequence Players pass to get down technique of passing Both groups make 4 straight passes and on the 5th pass twice diagonal Can they do it all 1 touch?
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Accuracy of pass/weight of pass Readiness to receive Position of non kicking foot Lock ankle-Swing through and not across Timing Awareness of other ball
Area 5 yard square Groups of 4 Defender is restricted to square Players keep possession on outside If defender intercepts he comes out Progress to less touches
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Angle of support Early movement Communication Always move to the open side to make a triangle
play the 1st game again but coach it Add in the rule that no player can turn with the ball If players can do this progress to only allowing each player to have one touch at a time
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Play out of trouble Awareness of team mates Awareness of opposition When to go long/short Team shape Speed of play
Finish with 4v4 to 2 goals
Receiving Organization Players work in lines of 3 Two end players are a 20 yards apart with one in the middle 2 end players can only pass to the middle player in front of them Middle player must do two things with the ball 1. Pass to the opposite side ( switch) 2. Pass to other players not in their line
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As the players become more familiar the coach adds more soccer balls
This exercise should be pushed to being one and two touch C
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• We have added more balls The outside players can pass to players either side of them
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Coaching Points Inside Check at an angle Receive with shoulders facing the other way ( half turn) Have 1st touch out of feet Work off this check list Check – at an angle Look for an open player Receive ball and guide it in its new direction Pass the ball to its new group Look again at their two players either side Coach the players to check as the ball is coming to their outside player Coach the outside player to look in to see if central player is available Outside player has 1st touch in the direction of the outlet either in or out Outside players check back from the cone to receive Look to players next to them if central players are not available
Receiving Primary objective: To improve the players ability to receive the ball under pressure Secondary objective- To improve the players ability to play away from pressure C
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Organization 3 teams of 3 area 30x20 - this game has a two touch maximum This is a restrictive 3v3+3 Coach plays the additional player in support If you have 10 have the 10th play the coaches role Blue team are central team and have one in the middle Green team are the supportive team on the outside restricted to a side of the field
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Objective is to keep possession If the red team win back possession they replace the team that gave them the ball either blue or green
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Progress to playing 4v4 + 4 with 12 players Finish with a final game of 3v3 two touch
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Inside Check at an angle Angle of support Don’t double support and block another players pass 1st touch away from pressure Recognition of 2nd defender to switch to the other half of the field Quality of pass Short to go long Central player always looking to receive with shoulders facing away Central player should play like the 10 and dictate play Outside Angle and distance of support Speed of play
Total Team Shape Technical Focus GK
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Organization Warm up- Area 30x40 Positions marked in cones with a player on each Balls and additional players start in opposing goal Player 1 dribbles the ball and passes to the goalkeeper and follows their pass The goalkeeper passes and also follows The next receiving players look to pass and follow to another position either backwards or forwards Object is to work the ball the opposing goal Add in 2-3 balls at the same time Take away the guiding cones
Coaching Points •Quality of pass/ accuracy /weight •Communication •Rhythm of 1 touch to receive and 1 touch to pass •1st touch of ball in direction of pass •Check away from cones when they get a visual cue they will receive •#6 Always Checks in – 5 and 4 Check out/ back •Early movement •Open body shape- try to receive facing the other teams goal •Coach players to be aware of other balls and play away from them
Add a dividing line through the middle of the field lengthways and across and one defender
• Team Shape – use cones at first to guide • Receive with an open shape to play all ways • Recognition of which side of the field pressure is on • Recognize do we play forward or back based on pressure
Yellow defender scores in the goal
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Blue team score by 1. Completing5 passes with no defenders touch
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2. Having the goalkeeper put their foot on the ball for 3 seconds 3. Finding a forward in the checking area Add 2nd or 3rd defender –
Dribbling for possession Objective: improve each players ability to keep possession through Shielding
Organization Area 30x40 Blues Vs Reds All Blue players start with a ball – 2 minute game After time the team with the most balls wins Team has the option of passing for support or shielding – play a few times
Coaching Points •Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In pairs with 1 cone Player 1 protects the cone and player 2 tries to stamp on the cone Challenge players to protect cone for a minute Have one player protect and the other can stamp on any cone
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Sideways on- lean into pressure Arms out for balance Keep feet shoulder width apart Change feet when defender changes direction Step across defender on changing feet
Area 30x40 Blues Vs Reds All Red team players start with a ball Coach times 2 minutes After time whatever team has the mot balls wins Team has the option of passing for support or shielding
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Maintain habits above without the ball moving Maintain balance with 2 feet on the floor Do not put foot on the ball Keep ball in playing distance Recognize how to shield against 2 players Recognize when to support, shield or press
3v3 with a Goalkeeper in a 30x20 yard area
• Team Shape • Coach players ability to shield and turn away from trouble
Restarts-are all pass ins Start the game with a pass into the forward or defender close to their goal
Dribbling To Beat Objective -Improve players comfort with the ball and ability to change speed and direction
Organization
Area 30x20 3v3 with two five yard end zones To score players must stop the ball in the end zone Players can only pass the ball backwards
•Coach rules of game •Praise anyone that dribbles •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is the start point
One player 1 ball working between two cones 5 yards apart player gets close to cones taking as many touches as possible 1. Player cuts the ball along line Using 2. Inside of foot 3. Outside of the foot 4. Player cuts using inside and outside (one foot) 5. Player use the sole of the foot to move the ball 6. Players use a combination of surfaces
•Knees Bent •Arms out for balance •Keep ball in front •Small touches •Head Up •Keep Shoulders facing forwards
1v1 to 4 cones players score by dribbling around any cone
•Recognition of scoring opportunity •Creating an opening
Play the game and coach the players
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Finish with 3v3 plus goalkeepers to 2 goals
Team shape Recognition of space Use team mates to fake Disguise- change of pace/direction
Playing into the striker Shadow play G
Organization Area 30x 40 yards with a half line 5v5 Each team has formation of 2 defenders, 1 midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Positioned like across Each team has a ball each and passes the ball around in their defensive half
G Forward moves away to create space- defender supports ready to shoot
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When the forward checks to the ball the team plays the ball across and the forward dribbles back and changes places with a team mate Progress to a supporting player ( not the passer) joins in and gets a support pass from the striker This exercise is shadow play so each team uses their opponents as cones and no tackling takes place The plus side of this exercise is that the players get success
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The down side is that with no opponents players can get sloppy with their passes Challenge players to do this with speed
Coaching points Off the ball •Forward starts deep- level with the other teams last defender •Defensive half players play with their body shape open to the forward •Players in defensive half play like an owl with their head looking at the forward and the ball •TIMING- the forward should be arriving and not waiting and should still be close to the opposing defender
On the ball •Be aware of forward •Quality of pass Selection of pass- Long/Short
Older players U11/12 Speed of play – can you play slow across and quick to the forward Early movement to support
Playing into the striker Possession and patience G
Organization Area 30x 40 yards with a half line 5v5 Two 3 yard counter goals on the side of the field Each team has formation of 3 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1goalkeeper, 1 forward Positioned like across Teams are restricted to their own half
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Teams score by 1. Putting together 5 passes in their own half 2. Dribbling through the side gates and back into your own half 3. Passing to the forward and getting a return pass Progression 4. Passing to the forward and another player receiving a one touch pass in the opposing half From here go to a real game
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Coaching points Forward •Forward moves away 1st to create space (see across) •Timing to come back and receive a pass •Selection of surface as the ball comes in On the ball •Be aware of forward •Quality of pass Selection of pass- Long/Short
Older players U11/12 • Be aware of offside • Opposite movement- short to go long- log to check short
Dribbling to Beat Objective – improve a players timing and ability to change pace/direction using the outside the foot
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Organization Area 30x 20 2 goals and 2 reset cones 3 teams of 2 one team in goal King of the court – scoring team goes in goal On field teams can score at any of the 2 goals On scoring they become the new goalkeepers After the goal the ball is played back to the reset cones
• Coaching Points • Only coach the game
In pairs 15 yards apart -players dribble towards and avoid each other using the same technique 1. Outside of feet- ( be specific on which foot takes it past) 2. Change feet – carry in and take past 3. Fake behind ball with one foot – take with other 4. Single then double scissors Do all early 1st then late with closer control
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2 cones 15 yards apart Player 1 passes the ball across and defends Player 2 scores by hitting any side cone with the ball
• Recognition of weak side • Disguise • Quick feet
Play the 1st game coaching
• Team shape • Awareness of isolation • Recognition of when to pass or when to dribble
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Pre touches to dribble in Keep it close Timing Timing Move behind the ball Change pace Body mechanics of speed change
Long distance Passing Organization In pairs 5 yards apart Players scoop the ball into partners hands 1. Partner controls ball in the air before catching 2. Progress to larger distance 3. Try using both feet
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Coaching points Foot under the ball Weight on the back foot Scoop with the to bone of the foot Lean Back
Two players 15 yards apart 1 ball-passing 1. Chipped Pass 2. Driven Pass See how far apart the players can get and still get the ball to their partners feet
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Approach at a 45’ angle Non kicking foot behind the ball Striking area of the ball Follow through with kicking foot Head down Toe comes up and step forwards
Area 40x25 3v3 with 4 target players restricted to a side of the goal Players score by getting ball to any of their own targets 1. Targets can call a switch and switch places 2. Targets have only 1 touch
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Final Game 4v4 with GK’s 40x25 with 10 yard mid zone Ball cannot be dribbled through mid zone Pass ins for restarts Finish with Free play
• Team Shape • Awareness of opponents • Awareness of team mates
Awareness of target Awareness of opponent Communication Speed of play Support long pass quickly
Switching play Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball No defending Set the players up in a 25x15 yard area Have them pass the ball across the field in different patterns from one side to the other
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Quality of pass Team Shape – make a triangle Receiving to open up the field Checking at an angle- make a triangle Quality of pass -Weight and accuracy Communication - SWITCH Disguise – can the player dribble one way and then switch the field
Area 25x15 3v3 1 ball Coach serves to various players to begin with to force decision making Each team has 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Pass ins for restarts
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the individuals ability to change the angle of the pass to start the attack or deceive the opponent • Coach the team’s ability to pass across the field
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Switching play Adding in Pressure to support play Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball Each team has 2 bumper (Support players) that are off the field and cannot be tackled No defending
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Team Shape Play the way you face Have the kids see the W in their formation and shape Have players move additionally when the 2 off the field connect a pass
Set the players up in a 25x15 yard area Have them pass the ball across the field in different patterns from one side to the other
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Area 25x15 3v3 1 ball Coach serves to various players to begin with to force decision making Each team has 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Pass ins for restarts
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the players ability to pick a pass to maintain possession • Coach the team’s to pass across the field
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Switching play Changing places and keeping the shape Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball Each team has 2 bumper (Support players) that are off the field and cannot be tackle No defending • Can the players change places based on one of the back players dribbling in • Can the players change places based on a pass to a different player Two defensive players can dribble in and change places with the players in the 3 One player is now allowed in to defend
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Team Shape Play the way you face Have the kids see the W in their formation and shape Have players move additionally when the 2 off the field connect a pass
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the players ability to pick a pass to maintain possession • Coach the team’s ability to pass across the field • • • •
Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
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Organization A Goal and a goalkeeper is added 5 yards behind the two counter goals Have the players once again become comfortable with passing the ball in their W formation and include the goalkeeper
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Using the halfway line as a divider play a possession game with 1 Ball 1st one defender can defend Add in a 2nd defender With each team having the shape of 1 goalkeeper 2 Defenders 3 midfielders Play to two goals a regular game with a safe zone that defenders cant be pressured in
Play 5v5 to 2 goals normal scrimmage
• Can the players play away form pressure • Can they maintain their shape • Can they change positions and still keep their shape • Can they move the ball across their shape and away from pressure
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Passing for Penetration Organization Area 30x40 split up into 4- 10x30 yard wide zones 2 teams of 6 split into two groups of 3 each of them in a zone with a ball Players can pass the ball in their zone but are looking to get it to their team in the other zone
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Coaching Points Quality of Pass Accuracy/weight Center player should always be in a position to make a triangle with outside players Receive on half turn (shoulders) Specific communication – switch/support Timing of the overlap
•Allow one defender to cross into the opponents zone to win back the ball
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Movement off the ball Combination play to unbalance – create gaps Recognition of space Speed of play Deception Awareness of pressure
Final Game 4v4 with 2 goalkeeper’s Teams must play with at least 1 forward
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Maintain a good team shape Awareness of penetrating pass Speed of play Communication Movement off the ball Movement to support penetrating pass
In diagram player is aware of his penetrating pass options
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Organization Two players 20 yards apart Players have a 2 yard goal in the middle 1. Players shoot a stationary ball through 2. Players shoot a moving ball through 3. Players turn and shoot the ball through
Coaching Points •Approach angle- 45 degree •Lock Ankle/ Head down Weight forwards •Position of non kicking foot •Knee pointing to target
Area 15x20 yards - 6 yard goal 1v1+Goalkeeper Players shoot from outside of the area If Keeper saves they throw to opposite player First player to 3 goals wins the round Winning player goes in the goal
•Eliminate the Goalkeeper •Accuracy/Power –can you pass the ball in? •Keep the ball low •Follow through for rebounds •Move the ball and the keeper
1v1 area 15x20 with a goalkeeper and defender Defender passes to the forward and defends Attacker can take the ball into the area to shoot After goal- ball goes to opposite player to attack 1. Vary where the defender serves from 2. Scoring player goes in goal & keeper defends
•Shoot as early as possible •Quick ball movement to create shooting opportunity •Attack space •Use defender to screen Goalkeeper
Area 30x40 with two five yard squares 3v3 with 2 keepers. Goalkeepers are in squares Players have 1 square to defend and 1 to attack Goals are scored by shooting through any side of the square Multiple goals can be scored Allow one defender to cross – build up Finish with 3v3 with 2 gk’s
•Preparation for Early Shot •Open body shape •Recognition of pressure •Attitude- be prepared to miss
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Organization Warm up- Area 30x40 Positions marked in cones with a player on each Balls and additional players start in opposing goal Player 1 dribbles the ball and passes to the goalkeeper and follows their pass The goalkeeper passes and also follows The next receiving players look to pass and follow to another position either backwards or forwards Object is to work the ball the opposing goal Add in 2-3 balls at the same time Take away the guiding cones
Coaching Points •Quality of pass/ accuracy /weight •Communication •Rhythm of 1 touch to receive and 1 touch to pass •1st touch of ball in direction of pass •Check away from cones when they get a visual cue they will receive •#6 Always Checks in – 5 and 4 Check out/ back •Early movement •Open body shape- try to receive facing the other teams goal •Coach players to be aware of other balls and play away from them
Add a dividing line through the middle of the field lengthways and across and one defender
• Team Shape – use cones at first to guide • Receive with an open shape to play all ways • Recognition of which side of the field pressure is on • Recognize do we play forward or back based on pressure
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2. Having the goalkeeper put their foot on the ball for 3 seconds 3. Finding a forward in the checking area Add 2nd or 3rd defender –
Development Path
U12+ C1 U12 + aged teams
U11 Soccer – The real game
U9/10 Academy United In Development Recreational
Content • Sessions • Structure of training – 4 technical to one technical functional • Coaches – run their own practices • Additional Opportunities that need encouraging ✓ A to U11 C2 and 3 ✓ B to A ✓ C to B ✓ A groups to participate in a U11 tournament in preparation for fall
• Practice locations – City center and CMS
Game Schedule Date May 12, 2018
Spring/Summer Season: Saturdays
Host Prior Lake- Girls CC United Boys
May 19, 2018
White Bear
June 9, 2018
Park Valley United
June 16, 2018
Woodbury
June 30, 2018
Prior Lake (Summer Showcase)
Formation 1-2-3-1 +2 Wide 1.
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Has a player in every zone in Defenders, midfielders and strikers
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Forces our team to play through the team and not direct
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Wide players make good soccer shapes in diamonds and triangles with central players
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Is adaptable to 3 players in every zone
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Gives opportunities to switch the field of play
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Stretches opponents with our width
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Forces our Goalkeeper to play out of the back increasing technical development and tactical awareness
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Gives realistic central midfield options
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Will allow players to develop multi positional awareness and n opportunity to develop specific positional techniques
10. Develops a 9 and 10 based on movement
It all starts from the back
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To get the team comfortable in playing from a goal kick To do this the goalkeeper places the ball in the center of the Goal area (small box) The central defenders and wide players go wide and central midfielder and striker make the diamond
Note: if the opponents mark up all of our player the GK is encouraged to kick to space or the field players look to change places
Sessions 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Dribbling Passing Playing from the back Dribbling for speed Dribbling for possession Playing from the back Passing- playing the way you face Receiving Total Team Shape
10. Shielding 11. Dribbling to beat 12. Playing into the striker 13. Dribbling 14. Passing- long 15. Switching Play 16. Passing for penetration – (split pass) 17. Shooting 18. Total Team Shape
Dribbling Organization Players have a ball each Players move with the ball with relaxed habits
Challenge: Can they move with the ball without breaking a jog/skip 1. Get the players used to the term PREP Touch 2. On the coaches call the players should PREP for 5 seconds with the ball and then relax 3. Have the player comfortable using PREP as they dribble close to another player
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Ball out of feet Head up Comfort chancing feet Good foot and eye coordination
Prep touches • Knees bend- prepare for speed • Small touches of the ball – prepare to commit defender • Eyes looking diagonal • Laces- Prepare for 1st GO step
Three cones 2x Orange and 1 Blue 3 cones to every 2 players Player dribble towards the Blue cones and PREP • Change pace and direction to get around the orange • Have them PREP with one foot and change pace and direction with the other • Coach the player to do this in order 1. Relax in space 2. PREP and ENGAGE 3. Change PACE and DIRECTION Can they do it as late as possible?
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Timing Change speed to attack cones Change Direction sharply Large touch out of feet with the outside of foot
Adding pressure 6 starting cones and 12 players 3 balls to begin with Players get safe by dribbling to another cones on the outside Coach starts as defender If defender stops the ball they change places
• Awareness of pressure • Bravery – can the player get close to the defender and PREP • Timing • Use outside of foot to beat the defender
Add in another 1-2 defenders pending on success Finish Session with 3v3 to 4 goals
Passing and support Organization 1v1 get out 4 players – 15 yard square Object of the game is to get out of the middle Each team has 2 players on the outside of the area 2 on the in The central player can get out at any one of their 2 targets On hitting the target the target brings the ball in
Coaching points •Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In groups of 4 fifteen yards apart One ball at the front of each line Players pass across and follow their pass Go to ONE Ball Add in two cones three yards in on the side of the area players pass and check out to the side cone
▪Quality of pass ▪Pass and step forwards ▪Communication from the player on the ball Checking ▪On passing -Check facing in to the middle of area
Play the 1st game with one difference The player must do a double pass to get out
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Final Game 25x15 with a 5 yard goal and a line of cones 5 yards out 2v2 playing a sweeper keeper Goalkeeper cannot be challenged when passed back to Goalkeeper can dribble the ball in and change goalkeepers or pass and stay
• Team Shape • Checking at an angle
Angle and distance of support Quality of pass Receiving away from pressure Recognition of pressure Coach the secondary movement after the 1st pass
Playing from the back Organization 1 goal and a goalkeeper 2 players 1 cone centrally 15 yards away 2 Blue side cones on the goal line Players pass back to goalkeeper and move to either one of the blue side cones to receive Goalkeeper plays a pass and they break out through the counter goals Another player is added in • • •
Have the receiving player drive through the counter goals on their side Have the receiving player switch the ball across the field either through the goalkeeper or directly Now allow them to choose what they do
Add in two white cones and another player • The Coach becomes the striker creating depth • The pass splits the defenders and the 3rd player moves to either one of the white cones • Now we have created a diamond • Service is both behind and in front of them • Add in the final midfielder and you have the play out shape C
Play out shape
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Goalkeeper holds ball at feet Moves backwards to see field Distance of support Player receives on the back foot Establish Width 1st touch out of feet
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Recognition of team shape Goalkeeper supports the pass wide Pass back to the keeper outside of the back post Receiving 1st touch on the back foot Communication of switch 1st touch out feet on receiving
• Establish the play out shape • 3rd player moves to white cone that is opposite side to the ball centrally • 3rd player opens up to the striker • Be aware of the midfielder • Coach the goalkeeper to move up with the team
Playing from the back- adding pressure Organization One striker is added in Striker scores in the goal Players try to play out without the striker scoring S
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1. Serve the ball to the striker to establish transition 2. Add in a 2nd striker 3. Remove the cones as players gain comfort 30x40 -two three yard counter goals Two teams of 5 1 GK 2 defenders 1 midfielder 1 coach striker Team scores by dribbling through side gates or passing to coach in center
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Start with 1 defender Allow 2 defenders Allow 3
Coaching Points • Awareness of pressure • Recognition of when to change the point of attack • Can the goalkeeper create space by holding the ball
• Ask players “what's the best way to score • Can they threaten with one way and then hit an opposite way • Can they prepare technically to score in the correct way • Have the goalkeeper hold the ball and play when pressure comes in
• Encourage team to stay in their half with ball to develop comfort Progress to allowing more defenders to cross
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Get up to 3 defenders as that is usual game pressure Take away the mid zone and free play Coach has a supply of balls and serves in to 1. Turn the defense 2. Play from the goalkeeper
• Speed of play • Recognize when to break out • Coach in the flow at this point
Dribbling for Speed Organization 30 x40 yard Area 1 ball each moving around 1. On coaches call players have 3 seconds to cover as much ground with the ball as possible 2. Players stop the ball before covering ground 3. Players perform a fake before covering ground 4. Players perform a turn (inside outside or pullback)
Coaching Points •Awareness of space •Large controlled touch out of feet •Use Laces •Body mechanics-Get low and drive
Area 30x40 with 5 (free areas) three yard squares in the corner of the field and one in the center 2 Minute games - Two defenders at first, If players lose their ball to a defender they switch roles 1. Players dribble in and out of as many squares as possible 2. Add another defender
•Awareness of pressure •Awareness of space •Change speed under pressure •Recognize when to shield/ dribble
Area 30x40 with a five yard end zone 3v3 Players score by dribbling the ball into the end zone Teams can only pass the ball backwards
•Team Shape •Recognition of space •Preparation to accelerate
Final Game 30x40 with 2 five yard zones on side 4v4 players can have 2 touches in middle and unlimited in wide channel Free play –no zones
•Awareness of space
Receiving and Dribbling for speed Organization In groups of 7 each on the corner of a 25 yard square One ball Players move the ball as quickly as possible around the outside of the square following the ball to the next corner Add in a 2nd ball on the outside
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Organization Add in a 3rd ball that is different color and is run across the area on the inside as quickly as possible
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Coaching Points Inside 1st touch receive Receive on the back foot Use the laces for the 2nd touch Get low and ready to drive Large touch across ¾ of area Pass with the 3rd
Coaching Points Awareness of the 2nd ball 1st touch a large one and away from the 2nd ball Communication becomes key Be ready to receive central ball with any foot that it comes to
Dribbling for Possession Objective: To improve each players ability to turn with the ball
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Organization Area 25x20 3v3 with 4 goals T 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Teams score 1 point for passing through goals and 3 points for dribbling through
•Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In a 25x20 yard area each player has a ball Player looks to execute 1. Inside Cut 2. Outside Cut 3. Pullback •Players dribble up others and turn •Players kick as many other peoples balls without getting theirs kicked
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Area 25x20 1 ball between 2 players Coach says go and when they say stop who ever is in possession gets a point •Attacking player walks in possession • Players can go for anyone else’s ball Play the 1st game but coach the decision making Recognition of the goal to attack 1. Turn to attack Finish with 3v3 +goalkeeper to 2 goals
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Relaxed body Look before turning Bend knees+ Pivot on non kicking foot Ball out of feet on other side Change speed Turn in opponents tackling zone Shielding Shield -over run away with the ball Ball on furthest foot Lean into defender Arms out for balance and awareness Recognition of when to turn
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Turning away from pressure Awareness of space Awareness of weak side opponents Team Shape (diamond) with a GK Can the players turn and shoot
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Organization Area 30x 40 yards with half line and counter goals 5v5 Each team has 2 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Forward is restricted to staying in opposite side of the field Players reset formation If the ball goes out Periodically the coach will restart from •The goalkeepers hands •From a goal kick •With a defender facing their own goal •A pass in behind the defenders •A pass into the opposing forwards •Coach the team to move off the ball as the ball moves to its target •Coach team to provide angles of support •Coach the team to pass the ball the way they face and not to turn when in high risk areas 3. Allow the midfielder to cross the line with the striker
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From a pass in behind the defenders
Coaching points •Communication •Awareness of forward •Move to support as the ball moves •Angle and distance of support •Supporting players keep open body shape to the field (don’t turn their backs) •Quality of pass- accuracy/power •Play the way you face- make attack predictable •Recognize which side of the field to attack •Forward working to get open •Coach the team to go from big shape to small shape •Ask the questions 1. Is the striker open 2. Which side of the field is open
Playing out of the back Switching Fields Organization G
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Area 30x 40 yards with a halfway line and counter goals 5v5 Each team has 2 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Forward is restricted to staying in opposite side of the field 1. With 1 ball per team have the players pass around their team (unopposed) 2. Striker must stay in opposing half- 1 player can advance out of the defensive end by passing to striker or dribbling through the counter goals
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Player being invited in with a pass
Reset formation on ball going out Periodically the coach will restart the game •From the goalkeeper •From an outside defender •From a forward inviting a player in (though side goals) •Coach the team to provide angles of support •Coach to attack with speed on one side of the field •Coach the players decision to switch the field directly (long pass) or indirectly (2-3 short, quick passes) •Coach may have to Join in and play to demonstrate getting open on the weak side or switching play
Coaching points •Communication •Move to support as the ball moves •Recognition of what side of the field to attack •Awareness of strikers position •Play the way you face when facing goalkeeper •Angle and distance of support •Supporting players open body shape to the field (don’t turn their backs) •Selection of pass- Long/Short •Attack with decisiveness to create scoring opportunities or to create a weak side and a need to switch fields
•Speed of play •Attack with speed dribbling threats •Deception •Movement of the forward to create a weak side
Passing- playing the way you face
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Organization Area 40x30 Two teams 1 ball Teams complete 4 passes and must score on the 5th pass – players cannot turn with the ball Do this with no defenders then add one If ball is out coach serves to the opposing team •Progress to more defenders +gk
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Coaching Points Play the game with no coaching Coach the rules and have the players keep the score
In groups of 4 passing in sequence Players pass to get down technique of passing Both groups make 4 straight passes and on the 5th pass twice diagonal Can they do it all 1 touch?
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Accuracy of pass/weight of pass Readiness to receive Position of non kicking foot Lock ankle-Swing through and not across Timing Awareness of other ball
Area 5 yard square Groups of 4 Defender is restricted to square Players keep possession on outside If defender intercepts he comes out Progress to less touches
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Angle of support Early movement Communication Always move to the open side to make a triangle
play the 1st game again but coach it Add in the rule that no player can turn with the ball If players can do this progress to only allowing each player to have one touch at a time
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Play out of trouble Awareness of team mates Awareness of opposition When to go long/short Team shape Speed of play
Finish with 4v4 to 2 goals
Receiving Organization Players work in lines of 3 Two end players are a 20 yards apart with one in the middle 2 end players can only pass to the middle player in front of them Middle player must do two things with the ball 1. Pass to the opposite side ( switch) 2. Pass to other players not in their line
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As the players become more familiar the coach adds more soccer balls
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• We have added more balls The outside players can pass to players either side of them
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Coaching Points Inside Check at an angle Receive with shoulders facing the other way ( half turn) Have 1st touch out of feet Work off this check list Check – at an angle Look for an open player Receive ball and guide it in its new direction Pass the ball to its new group Look again at their two players either side Coach the players to check as the ball is coming to their outside player Coach the outside player to look in to see if central player is available Outside player has 1st touch in the direction of the outlet either in or out Outside players check back from the cone to receive Look to players next to them if central players are not available
Receiving Primary objective: To improve the players ability to receive the ball under pressure Secondary objective- To improve the players ability to play away from pressure C
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Organization 3 teams of 3 area 30x20 - this game has a two touch maximum This is a restrictive 3v3+3 Coach plays the additional player in support If you have 10 have the 10th play the coaches role Blue team are central team and have one in the middle Green team are the supportive team on the outside restricted to a side of the field
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Objective is to keep possession If the red team win back possession they replace the team that gave them the ball either blue or green
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Progress to playing 4v4 + 4 with 12 players Finish with a final game of 3v3 two touch
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Inside Check at an angle Angle of support Don’t double support and block another players pass 1st touch away from pressure Recognition of 2nd defender to switch to the other half of the field Quality of pass Short to go long Central player always looking to receive with shoulders facing away Central player should play like the 10 and dictate play Outside Angle and distance of support Speed of play
Total Team Shape Technical Focus GK
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Organization Warm up- Area 30x40 Positions marked in cones with a player on each Balls and additional players start in opposing goal Player 1 dribbles the ball and passes to the goalkeeper and follows their pass The goalkeeper passes and also follows The next receiving players look to pass and follow to another position either backwards or forwards Object is to work the ball the opposing goal Add in 2-3 balls at the same time Take away the guiding cones
Coaching Points •Quality of pass/ accuracy /weight •Communication •Rhythm of 1 touch to receive and 1 touch to pass •1st touch of ball in direction of pass •Check away from cones when they get a visual cue they will receive •#6 Always Checks in – 5 and 4 Check out/ back •Early movement •Open body shape- try to receive facing the other teams goal •Coach players to be aware of other balls and play away from them
Add a dividing line through the middle of the field lengthways and across and one defender
• Team Shape – use cones at first to guide • Receive with an open shape to play all ways • Recognition of which side of the field pressure is on • Recognize do we play forward or back based on pressure
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2. Having the goalkeeper put their foot on the ball for 3 seconds 3. Finding a forward in the checking area Add 2nd or 3rd defender –
Dribbling for possession Objective: improve each players ability to keep possession through Shielding
Organization Area 30x40 Blues Vs Reds All Blue players start with a ball – 2 minute game After time the team with the most balls wins Team has the option of passing for support or shielding – play a few times
Coaching Points •Coach the rules of the game •Praise anyone that does it •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is your starting point
In pairs with 1 cone Player 1 protects the cone and player 2 tries to stamp on the cone Challenge players to protect cone for a minute Have one player protect and the other can stamp on any cone
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Sideways on- lean into pressure Arms out for balance Keep feet shoulder width apart Change feet when defender changes direction Step across defender on changing feet
Area 30x40 Blues Vs Reds All Red team players start with a ball Coach times 2 minutes After time whatever team has the mot balls wins Team has the option of passing for support or shielding
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Maintain habits above without the ball moving Maintain balance with 2 feet on the floor Do not put foot on the ball Keep ball in playing distance Recognize how to shield against 2 players Recognize when to support, shield or press
3v3 with a Goalkeeper in a 30x20 yard area
• Team Shape • Coach players ability to shield and turn away from trouble
Restarts-are all pass ins Start the game with a pass into the forward or defender close to their goal
Dribbling To Beat Objective -Improve players comfort with the ball and ability to change speed and direction
Organization
Area 30x20 3v3 with two five yard end zones To score players must stop the ball in the end zone Players can only pass the ball backwards
•Coach rules of game •Praise anyone that dribbles •DO NOT STOP THE GAME TO COACH •This is the start point
One player 1 ball working between two cones 5 yards apart player gets close to cones taking as many touches as possible 1. Player cuts the ball along line Using 2. Inside of foot 3. Outside of the foot 4. Player cuts using inside and outside (one foot) 5. Player use the sole of the foot to move the ball 6. Players use a combination of surfaces
•Knees Bent •Arms out for balance •Keep ball in front •Small touches •Head Up •Keep Shoulders facing forwards
1v1 to 4 cones players score by dribbling around any cone
•Recognition of scoring opportunity •Creating an opening
Play the game and coach the players
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Finish with 3v3 plus goalkeepers to 2 goals
Team shape Recognition of space Use team mates to fake Disguise- change of pace/direction
Playing into the striker Shadow play G
Organization Area 30x 40 yards with a half line 5v5 Each team has formation of 2 defenders, 1 midfielder 1 goalkeeper, 1 forward Positioned like across Each team has a ball each and passes the ball around in their defensive half
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When the forward checks to the ball the team plays the ball across and the forward dribbles back and changes places with a team mate Progress to a supporting player ( not the passer) joins in and gets a support pass from the striker This exercise is shadow play so each team uses their opponents as cones and no tackling takes place The plus side of this exercise is that the players get success
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The down side is that with no opponents players can get sloppy with their passes Challenge players to do this with speed
Coaching points Off the ball •Forward starts deep- level with the other teams last defender •Defensive half players play with their body shape open to the forward •Players in defensive half play like an owl with their head looking at the forward and the ball •TIMING- the forward should be arriving and not waiting and should still be close to the opposing defender
On the ball •Be aware of forward •Quality of pass Selection of pass- Long/Short
Older players U11/12 Speed of play – can you play slow across and quick to the forward Early movement to support
Playing into the striker Possession and patience G
Organization Area 30x 40 yards with a half line 5v5 Two 3 yard counter goals on the side of the field Each team has formation of 3 defenders, 1 Midfielder 1goalkeeper, 1 forward Positioned like across Teams are restricted to their own half
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Teams score by 1. Putting together 5 passes in their own half 2. Dribbling through the side gates and back into your own half 3. Passing to the forward and getting a return pass Progression 4. Passing to the forward and another player receiving a one touch pass in the opposing half From here go to a real game
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Coaching points Forward •Forward moves away 1st to create space (see across) •Timing to come back and receive a pass •Selection of surface as the ball comes in On the ball •Be aware of forward •Quality of pass Selection of pass- Long/Short
Older players U11/12 • Be aware of offside • Opposite movement- short to go long- log to check short
Dribbling to Beat Objective – improve a players timing and ability to change pace/direction using the outside the foot
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Organization Area 30x 20 2 goals and 2 reset cones 3 teams of 2 one team in goal King of the court – scoring team goes in goal On field teams can score at any of the 2 goals On scoring they become the new goalkeepers After the goal the ball is played back to the reset cones
• Coaching Points • Only coach the game
In pairs 15 yards apart -players dribble towards and avoid each other using the same technique 1. Outside of feet- ( be specific on which foot takes it past) 2. Change feet – carry in and take past 3. Fake behind ball with one foot – take with other 4. Single then double scissors Do all early 1st then late with closer control
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2 cones 15 yards apart Player 1 passes the ball across and defends Player 2 scores by hitting any side cone with the ball
• Recognition of weak side • Disguise • Quick feet
Play the 1st game coaching
• Team shape • Awareness of isolation • Recognition of when to pass or when to dribble
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Pre touches to dribble in Keep it close Timing Timing Move behind the ball Change pace Body mechanics of speed change
Long distance Passing Organization In pairs 5 yards apart Players scoop the ball into partners hands 1. Partner controls ball in the air before catching 2. Progress to larger distance 3. Try using both feet
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Coaching points Foot under the ball Weight on the back foot Scoop with the to bone of the foot Lean Back
Two players 15 yards apart 1 ball-passing 1. Chipped Pass 2. Driven Pass See how far apart the players can get and still get the ball to their partners feet
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Approach at a 45’ angle Non kicking foot behind the ball Striking area of the ball Follow through with kicking foot Head down Toe comes up and step forwards
Area 40x25 3v3 with 4 target players restricted to a side of the goal Players score by getting ball to any of their own targets 1. Targets can call a switch and switch places 2. Targets have only 1 touch
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Final Game 4v4 with GK’s 40x25 with 10 yard mid zone Ball cannot be dribbled through mid zone Pass ins for restarts Finish with Free play
• Team Shape • Awareness of opponents • Awareness of team mates
Awareness of target Awareness of opponent Communication Speed of play Support long pass quickly
Switching play Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball No defending Set the players up in a 25x15 yard area Have them pass the ball across the field in different patterns from one side to the other
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Quality of pass Team Shape – make a triangle Receiving to open up the field Checking at an angle- make a triangle Quality of pass -Weight and accuracy Communication - SWITCH Disguise – can the player dribble one way and then switch the field
Area 25x15 3v3 1 ball Coach serves to various players to begin with to force decision making Each team has 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Pass ins for restarts
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the individuals ability to change the angle of the pass to start the attack or deceive the opponent • Coach the team’s ability to pass across the field
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Switching play Adding in Pressure to support play Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball Each team has 2 bumper (Support players) that are off the field and cannot be tackled No defending
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Team Shape Play the way you face Have the kids see the W in their formation and shape Have players move additionally when the 2 off the field connect a pass
Set the players up in a 25x15 yard area Have them pass the ball across the field in different patterns from one side to the other
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Area 25x15 3v3 1 ball Coach serves to various players to begin with to force decision making Each team has 2 goals to defend and 2 to attack Pass ins for restarts
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the players ability to pick a pass to maintain possession • Coach the team’s to pass across the field
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Switching play Changing places and keeping the shape Organization 2 teams of 3 each team has a ball Each team has 2 bumper (Support players) that are off the field and cannot be tackle No defending • Can the players change places based on one of the back players dribbling in • Can the players change places based on a pass to a different player Two defensive players can dribble in and change places with the players in the 3 One player is now allowed in to defend
Small sided Game Area 40x30 4v4 1 Defender, 2 Midfielders, 1 Forward
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Coaching Points Quality of pass Team Shape Play the way you face Have the kids see the W in their formation and shape Have players move additionally when the 2 off the field connect a pass
• Coach the players understanding of the structure of the game • Coach the individuals awareness to select the correct goal to attack • Coach the players ability to pick a pass to maintain possession • Coach the team’s ability to pass across the field • • • •
Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
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Organization A Goal and a goalkeeper is added 5 yards behind the two counter goals Have the players once again become comfortable with passing the ball in their W formation and include the goalkeeper
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Using the halfway line as a divider play a possession game with 1 Ball 1st one defender can defend Add in a 2nd defender With each team having the shape of 1 goalkeeper 2 Defenders 3 midfielders Play to two goals a regular game with a safe zone that defenders cant be pressured in
Play 5v5 to 2 goals normal scrimmage
• Can the players play away form pressure • Can they maintain their shape • Can they change positions and still keep their shape • Can they move the ball across their shape and away from pressure
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Team Shape Awareness of opponents Awareness of forward pass Coach the teams recognition of which side of the field to attack
Passing for Penetration Organization Area 30x40 split up into 4- 10x30 yard wide zones 2 teams of 6 split into two groups of 3 each of them in a zone with a ball Players can pass the ball in their zone but are looking to get it to their team in the other zone
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Coaching Points Quality of Pass Accuracy/weight Center player should always be in a position to make a triangle with outside players Receive on half turn (shoulders) Specific communication – switch/support Timing of the overlap
•Allow one defender to cross into the opponents zone to win back the ball
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Movement off the ball Combination play to unbalance – create gaps Recognition of space Speed of play Deception Awareness of pressure
Final Game 4v4 with 2 goalkeeper’s Teams must play with at least 1 forward
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Maintain a good team shape Awareness of penetrating pass Speed of play Communication Movement off the ball Movement to support penetrating pass
In diagram player is aware of his penetrating pass options
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Organization Two players 20 yards apart Players have a 2 yard goal in the middle 1. Players shoot a stationary ball through 2. Players shoot a moving ball through 3. Players turn and shoot the ball through
Coaching Points •Approach angle- 45 degree •Lock Ankle/ Head down Weight forwards •Position of non kicking foot •Knee pointing to target
Area 15x20 yards - 6 yard goal 1v1+Goalkeeper Players shoot from outside of the area If Keeper saves they throw to opposite player First player to 3 goals wins the round Winning player goes in the goal
•Eliminate the Goalkeeper •Accuracy/Power –can you pass the ball in? •Keep the ball low •Follow through for rebounds •Move the ball and the keeper
1v1 area 15x20 with a goalkeeper and defender Defender passes to the forward and defends Attacker can take the ball into the area to shoot After goal- ball goes to opposite player to attack 1. Vary where the defender serves from 2. Scoring player goes in goal & keeper defends
•Shoot as early as possible •Quick ball movement to create shooting opportunity •Attack space •Use defender to screen Goalkeeper
Area 30x40 with two five yard squares 3v3 with 2 keepers. Goalkeepers are in squares Players have 1 square to defend and 1 to attack Goals are scored by shooting through any side of the square Multiple goals can be scored Allow one defender to cross – build up Finish with 3v3 with 2 gk’s
•Preparation for Early Shot •Open body shape •Recognition of pressure •Attitude- be prepared to miss
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Organization Warm up- Area 30x40 Positions marked in cones with a player on each Balls and additional players start in opposing goal Player 1 dribbles the ball and passes to the goalkeeper and follows their pass The goalkeeper passes and also follows The next receiving players look to pass and follow to another position either backwards or forwards Object is to work the ball the opposing goal Add in 2-3 balls at the same time Take away the guiding cones
Coaching Points •Quality of pass/ accuracy /weight •Communication •Rhythm of 1 touch to receive and 1 touch to pass •1st touch of ball in direction of pass •Check away from cones when they get a visual cue they will receive •#6 Always Checks in – 5 and 4 Check out/ back •Early movement •Open body shape- try to receive facing the other teams goal •Coach players to be aware of other balls and play away from them
Add a dividing line through the middle of the field lengthways and across and one defender
• Team Shape – use cones at first to guide • Receive with an open shape to play all ways • Recognition of which side of the field pressure is on • Recognize do we play forward or back based on pressure
Yellow defender scores in the goal
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Blue team score by 1. Completing5 passes with no defenders touch
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2. Having the goalkeeper put their foot on the ball for 3 seconds 3. Finding a forward in the checking area Add 2nd or 3rd defender –
