Topic: Passing and Receiving for Possession
Topic: Passing and Receiving for Possession Technical Warm up
Organization Groups of 3 Passing & Receiving: 12 Players divided into 4 Groups of 3 3 Players pass and move with one soccer ball 3 touch: receive, set & pass 2 touch: receive & pass 1 touch: pass 3 seconds max in one area. Throughout this exercise all players shall be in constant communication. Time 15 minutes
Small Sided Game
Organization 4v4 to Four Small Goals: In a 30x35 yd. grid with two small 3 feet cone goals on each of the 35 yard lines, near each corner. Each team defends and attacks two goals. If playing with 4 players, the attacking shape should be a diamond. If attacking with five players, the attacking shape should be a 3-2 or 2-1-2.
Exp. Small Sided Game
Time 15 minutes Organization 5v5/6v6 to Six Goal Game: Players divided in two teams Play 6v6 with six goals located on end lines; each team attacks & defends three. Teams score points by dribbling or passing through goals. Dribble goal located in center = 1 point Pass through either goal near sideline = 1 point Pass through either goal near sideline from change of point of attack = 3 points Time 20 minutes
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Coaching Pts. Passing • Technique of passing o locked ankle, toe up o eyes on ball at instant of contact, follow through to partner o strike ball solid through the middle, knees bent and balanced • Passing accuracy and weight of pass Receiving • Technique of receiving • Keep eyes on ball • Select, present, and relax the controlling surface • Receive sideways on so you have better vision of the field • Receive ball away from pressure and toward supporting options • Importance of first touch to control and prepare the ball • Turn and change direction with one touch Team • Supporting Shape • Possession vs. Penetration • Keep possession-speed of play • Proper angle and timing of support Clear Communication • Demand the ball • To alert teammates of attacking options • To alert teammates of defensive pressure
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in 55x80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Using Your First Touch to Escape Pressure Technical Warm up
Organization
Coaching Pts.
In and Out: • In a 30x30 yard grid, the coach separates the players into 2 groups. A group of players, the • Outsiders without soccer balls, spread out around the perimeter of the grid. The Insiders are the group with soccer balls. The Insiders players dribble around and look for an outside player to pass • their soccer ball to. The Outsiders player now dribbles in and becomes an Inside player while the former Inside player finds a place on the Outside.
Passing and receiving technique Proper 1st touch (preparation touch) o do not stop the ball o prep touch to pass Vision to locate outside players
Time: 15 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
4v4 or 5v5 to End Zones: Two teams try to score by dribbling or passing the ball to a teammate running into the opponent’s end zone (created with discs). The player can score by dribbling into the end zone or receiving by timing his/her run into the end zone. Coach: Stress recognizing opportunities and timing of passes and receiving the ball into space
Coaching Pts. • Recognize early which direction to go with the ball • Proper 1st touch (preparation touch) o do not stop the ball o prep touch to pass • Speed of support and mobility and finding good spaces to receive the ball • Take a picture of the field and make early decisions
Time: 15 minutes Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
• All of the above • Recognize visual cues such as: 5v5 or 6v6 with GK’s: o Supporting positions In a 50x60 yard area with goals, two teams of o Defending pressure 5 or 6 players with goalkeepers will try to o Runs keep the integrity of their attacking shape by creating good angles and effective angles of • Type of pass or dribble used to support, staying wide and making penetrating runs while in possession of the soccer ball.
connect (to penetrate or to possess) • Speed of decision making • Quality of the communication
Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: When to Dribble and When to Pass Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Exp. Small Sided Game
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Dribbling Square: In a defined grid, half the players stand outside the perimeter, each without a ball. Players with balls are in the middle of the grid and start by dribbling to outside players. Dribble from one side to the other and execute a takeover Dribble from your line past middle & make a pass. After the pass, press the dribbler At the middle, execute a 1v1 move, accelerate and pass Throughout this exercise all players shall be Organization
Coaching Pts. Dribbling • Keep your head up and use peripheral vision • Change of direction and speed • Use arms for balance and protection • Once you beat an opponent; accelerate • Cues: Identification of visual cues o 1v1 no defender behind o Free space in front of dribbler o Near the attacking area Identification of verbal cues 4v4/5v5 Attacking Gates (20 min): o “take space”, “time”, Players divided into two teams “take him on” Play 5v5 with a series of small gates on the Shielding field. Teams score points by dribbling • Dribblers maintain their body through gates. between the ball and the Dribble field gate = 1 defender point Dribble goal line gate = 3 Passing & Receiving points • Proper technique of passing and Dribble field gate & pass thru goal receiving the ball (first touch) Organization Disguise and Deception of the pass; selection of proper 5v5/6v6 to Four Goals (20 min): Players divided in two teams striking surface Play 6v6 with four goals located on end Quality of the pass; lines; each team attacks & defends two. proper weight Teams score points by dribbling or passing Speed of play through goals. Possession vs. Dribble goal on end line = 3 penetration points • Quick positioning for support Pass goal on end line = 1 point providing good attacking shape • Team communication Organization Coaching Pts. Play in 55 x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her teammates
to communicate
with
Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Defending (Pressure and Cover) Technical Warm up
Activity 2
Activity 3
Organization Partners with a Ball : Players pass to member of other color and move… to receive return pass after 5-8 yard pass: press sideways on & send opponent opposite direction of his first touch after 5-8 yard pass: press sideways on & try to gain possession of ball with block tackle, poke tackle, body or shoulder close down slow down get down stay down Organization 2v2 w/small goals(20 min): Each field shall have 10 players; 2v2 on the field and 3 players waiting for next duel. After 2v2 a player goes back to original starting position and other player starts on opposite side. This allows players to have many different partners throughout. Play with Offsides Approx. 20 yd. x 15 yd. Organization 4v4-5v5 to 4 Goals: The midfield line is the restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. sides
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Play with Off-
Organization Play in a 55 x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. Pressing Defender • Speed of approach-Approach fast…arrive slow • Angle of approach-We want to direct the player one way on the field, take away option of advancing forward • Body shape-knees bent, on balls of feet, one foot slightly angled in front of other foot • Decision to delay and/or to win possession of the ball Covering defender • 2nd defenders must recognize their responsibilities to cover the 1st defender as the ball is traveling to opponent (1st attacker) • Be positioned so that if the 1st defender gets beat with the dribble, you can become the 1st defender immediately • Cover dangerous space between 1st defender and you; cannot allow a penetrating pass to split you and the 1st defender! • Stay connected to 1st defender • Communication with 1st defender Visual cues to regain ball • Type of first touch from opponent Heavy touch, step in and win it Close touch, respect play Pop up, step in and win it • Read the first touch and decide quickly
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Training the Goalkeeper for Shot Stopping Technical Warm up
Organization Basket Catch/Front Smother • GKs in net with coach tossing underhand with pace a hard ball into their mid/low section for basket catch. Then downwards towards feet • GKs in a line, front smother a stationary ball one after the other using proper technique. Then coaches serving low hard ball on ground to GKs. • Shots from 12-15 yds. out driving low hard shots towards the GK.
Coaching Pts.
• • • • • •
Set feet for shot 2 sounded catch Momentum coming forward Hands in front of body Body high then low Secure ball then bring to ground in staggered feet stance
Time: 20 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
2v2 +1 to Goals • Two teams of two players each attacking • and defending one goal with a goalkeeper. Neutral player plays for • whatever team has possession. •
Set feet for shot Front smother on low, hard driven shots towards feet Communication with field players Be on the ball line
Time: 20 minutes Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
5v5 +5 on Deck to Goals Two teams of 5 attack and defend one goal with a goalkeeper. Game played to 1pt. Winning team stays on, team that was scored upon rotates to being the team on deck (surrounding the field)
Coaching Pts.
• • •
Proper technique when making a save Attack the ball, don’t wait for it Organize defenders
Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Play in a 55x80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Shooting and Finishing Technical Warm up
Organization • Pass and Move: Split players into groups of 3 or 4 (colorcoded). Each group has a ball, inter- • passing within their group. All groups are in the same grid playing through each other. (30x40 yard grid) • •
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Coaching Pts. Body position and balance. Eye on the ball at moment of contact Strike ball with ankle locked and hard bone on top of foot for quick/power or with the inside of the foot for accuracy and placement Non-kicking foot directed at target Strike the center of the ball and follow through towards target landing on shooting foot 1st touch – Directional – Preparation touch to release the shoot/pass
Time: 15 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
2v2+1/3v3+1 (includes GK’s): Two teams with two players each plus a neutral player will try to create as many shooting opportunities and score goals. The neutral player plays with the team in possession.
• • • • • • •
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
5v5+1/6v6+1 (includes GK’s): Two teams of 5 players each plus a neutral will play to score as many goals as they can, taking as many shots and creating goal scoring opportunities. The neutral player will play with the team in possession and he can also score. Encourage players to shoot from distance.
• • • • • •
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage
Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
COOL DOWN
Coaching Pts. Proper technique and body control Placement vs. power Quality preparation touch Proper selection of contact surface Timing and shape of attacking runs Creativity and deception Rebounding Time: 15 minutes Coaching Pts.
Proper technique and body control Placement vs. power Quality preparation touch Proper selection of contact surface Timing and shape of attacking runs Creativity and deception Time:20 minutes
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Defending in Small Groups Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Organization 6v4: 6 players pass to each other consecutively maintaining possession. 4 defending players apply pressure to dispossess opponents. Version 1:Defender wins possession, finds a teammate who then dribbles ball out of grid Version 2:Defender wins possession, finds a teammate and then group of 4 attack small goals on either side of grid After 5-8 yard pass; press sideways on & try to gain possession of ball with block tackle, poke tackle, body, or shoulder Close down, slow down, get down, stay down Time: 15 minutes Organization 5v5 w/small goals: The midfield line is the restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. Team Alignments: Red: 2-1-2 and White: 3-2 Play with Offside’s Approx. 20 yd x 15 yd
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization 5v5 or 6v6 + GK’s to 4 Goals: On half field play 7v7 or 9v9 with a midfield restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. GK’s defend two goals on their end line. Play with off-side’s on half a field.
Time: 20 minutes
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. Pressing Defender • Speed of approach- Approach fast…arrive slow • Angle of approach-We want to direct the player one way on the field, take away option of advancing forward • Body shape-knees bent, on balls of your feet, one foot slightly angled in front of other foot • Decision to delay and/or to win possession of the ball Covering defender • 2nd defender must recognize their responsibilities to cover the 1st defender as the ball is traveling to st opponent (1 attacker) • Be positioned so that if the 1st defender gets beat with the dribble, you can become the 1st defender immediately • Cover dangerous space between 1st defender and you: cannot allow a penetrating pass to split you and the 1st defender! • Stay connected to 1st defender • Communication with 1st defender Communication • Short & concise • Energetic • Commanding • Empowering Visual cues to regain ball • Type of first touch from opponent Heavy touch, step in and win it Close touch, respect play Pop up, step in and win it • Read the first touch and decide quickly Balance, Compactness & Staying Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Goalkeeping – Training with the Team Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
Group Passing and Moving with GK’s: Players will pass and move and the GK will call for the ball, and play it first with: • Feet ( 2 touches) • Scoop and throw • Catch and throw Coach needs to work the techniques of catching and distributing the ball properly to the appropriate side/ player on the field
• How to receive and pass the ball • What type of catch • Body shape, balanced • Lead with hands • W hand position waist and above, pinky’s together waist and below • Highest point on high balls yelling Keeper • Meet the ball, don’t wait • Types of throws: Bowl Baseball Sling Time: 15 minutes
Organization
3v3/4v4 + Bumpers (Stand by players) 3 Teams, two playing on serving as bumpers. As soon as one team scores the bumper team is in playing. Coach the GK and opportunities of goal scoring, as well as GK in attacking transition
Coaching Pts.
All of the above plus • Starting position off line • Communication • Shooting crossing position of GK After a goal always start from the opposite GK Time: 15 minutes
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
All of the above 4v4 +1/ 5v5+1 to Goals with GK’s: Two teams of 5 players each plus a • Quick, accurate distribution neutral will play to score as many goals as • Be an option for a pass back they can, taking as many shots and creating goal scoring opportunities. The neutral player will play with the team in possession and he can also score. Encourage players to shoot from distance. Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Organization Groups of 3 Passing & Receiving: 12 Players divided into 4 Groups of 3 3 Players pass and move with one soccer ball 3 touch: receive, set & pass 2 touch: receive & pass 1 touch: pass 3 seconds max in one area. Throughout this exercise all players shall be in constant communication. Time 15 minutes
Small Sided Game
Organization 4v4 to Four Small Goals: In a 30x35 yd. grid with two small 3 feet cone goals on each of the 35 yard lines, near each corner. Each team defends and attacks two goals. If playing with 4 players, the attacking shape should be a diamond. If attacking with five players, the attacking shape should be a 3-2 or 2-1-2.
Exp. Small Sided Game
Time 15 minutes Organization 5v5/6v6 to Six Goal Game: Players divided in two teams Play 6v6 with six goals located on end lines; each team attacks & defends three. Teams score points by dribbling or passing through goals. Dribble goal located in center = 1 point Pass through either goal near sideline = 1 point Pass through either goal near sideline from change of point of attack = 3 points Time 20 minutes
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Coaching Pts. Passing • Technique of passing o locked ankle, toe up o eyes on ball at instant of contact, follow through to partner o strike ball solid through the middle, knees bent and balanced • Passing accuracy and weight of pass Receiving • Technique of receiving • Keep eyes on ball • Select, present, and relax the controlling surface • Receive sideways on so you have better vision of the field • Receive ball away from pressure and toward supporting options • Importance of first touch to control and prepare the ball • Turn and change direction with one touch Team • Supporting Shape • Possession vs. Penetration • Keep possession-speed of play • Proper angle and timing of support Clear Communication • Demand the ball • To alert teammates of attacking options • To alert teammates of defensive pressure
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in 55x80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Using Your First Touch to Escape Pressure Technical Warm up
Organization
Coaching Pts.
In and Out: • In a 30x30 yard grid, the coach separates the players into 2 groups. A group of players, the • Outsiders without soccer balls, spread out around the perimeter of the grid. The Insiders are the group with soccer balls. The Insiders players dribble around and look for an outside player to pass • their soccer ball to. The Outsiders player now dribbles in and becomes an Inside player while the former Inside player finds a place on the Outside.
Passing and receiving technique Proper 1st touch (preparation touch) o do not stop the ball o prep touch to pass Vision to locate outside players
Time: 15 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
4v4 or 5v5 to End Zones: Two teams try to score by dribbling or passing the ball to a teammate running into the opponent’s end zone (created with discs). The player can score by dribbling into the end zone or receiving by timing his/her run into the end zone. Coach: Stress recognizing opportunities and timing of passes and receiving the ball into space
Coaching Pts. • Recognize early which direction to go with the ball • Proper 1st touch (preparation touch) o do not stop the ball o prep touch to pass • Speed of support and mobility and finding good spaces to receive the ball • Take a picture of the field and make early decisions
Time: 15 minutes Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
• All of the above • Recognize visual cues such as: 5v5 or 6v6 with GK’s: o Supporting positions In a 50x60 yard area with goals, two teams of o Defending pressure 5 or 6 players with goalkeepers will try to o Runs keep the integrity of their attacking shape by creating good angles and effective angles of • Type of pass or dribble used to support, staying wide and making penetrating runs while in possession of the soccer ball.
connect (to penetrate or to possess) • Speed of decision making • Quality of the communication
Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: When to Dribble and When to Pass Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Exp. Small Sided Game
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Dribbling Square: In a defined grid, half the players stand outside the perimeter, each without a ball. Players with balls are in the middle of the grid and start by dribbling to outside players. Dribble from one side to the other and execute a takeover Dribble from your line past middle & make a pass. After the pass, press the dribbler At the middle, execute a 1v1 move, accelerate and pass Throughout this exercise all players shall be Organization
Coaching Pts. Dribbling • Keep your head up and use peripheral vision • Change of direction and speed • Use arms for balance and protection • Once you beat an opponent; accelerate • Cues: Identification of visual cues o 1v1 no defender behind o Free space in front of dribbler o Near the attacking area Identification of verbal cues 4v4/5v5 Attacking Gates (20 min): o “take space”, “time”, Players divided into two teams “take him on” Play 5v5 with a series of small gates on the Shielding field. Teams score points by dribbling • Dribblers maintain their body through gates. between the ball and the Dribble field gate = 1 defender point Dribble goal line gate = 3 Passing & Receiving points • Proper technique of passing and Dribble field gate & pass thru goal receiving the ball (first touch) Organization Disguise and Deception of the pass; selection of proper 5v5/6v6 to Four Goals (20 min): Players divided in two teams striking surface Play 6v6 with four goals located on end Quality of the pass; lines; each team attacks & defends two. proper weight Teams score points by dribbling or passing Speed of play through goals. Possession vs. Dribble goal on end line = 3 penetration points • Quick positioning for support Pass goal on end line = 1 point providing good attacking shape • Team communication Organization Coaching Pts. Play in 55 x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her teammates
to communicate
with
Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Defending (Pressure and Cover) Technical Warm up
Activity 2
Activity 3
Organization Partners with a Ball : Players pass to member of other color and move… to receive return pass after 5-8 yard pass: press sideways on & send opponent opposite direction of his first touch after 5-8 yard pass: press sideways on & try to gain possession of ball with block tackle, poke tackle, body or shoulder close down slow down get down stay down Organization 2v2 w/small goals(20 min): Each field shall have 10 players; 2v2 on the field and 3 players waiting for next duel. After 2v2 a player goes back to original starting position and other player starts on opposite side. This allows players to have many different partners throughout. Play with Offsides Approx. 20 yd. x 15 yd. Organization 4v4-5v5 to 4 Goals: The midfield line is the restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. sides
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Play with Off-
Organization Play in a 55 x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. Pressing Defender • Speed of approach-Approach fast…arrive slow • Angle of approach-We want to direct the player one way on the field, take away option of advancing forward • Body shape-knees bent, on balls of feet, one foot slightly angled in front of other foot • Decision to delay and/or to win possession of the ball Covering defender • 2nd defenders must recognize their responsibilities to cover the 1st defender as the ball is traveling to opponent (1st attacker) • Be positioned so that if the 1st defender gets beat with the dribble, you can become the 1st defender immediately • Cover dangerous space between 1st defender and you; cannot allow a penetrating pass to split you and the 1st defender! • Stay connected to 1st defender • Communication with 1st defender Visual cues to regain ball • Type of first touch from opponent Heavy touch, step in and win it Close touch, respect play Pop up, step in and win it • Read the first touch and decide quickly
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Training the Goalkeeper for Shot Stopping Technical Warm up
Organization Basket Catch/Front Smother • GKs in net with coach tossing underhand with pace a hard ball into their mid/low section for basket catch. Then downwards towards feet • GKs in a line, front smother a stationary ball one after the other using proper technique. Then coaches serving low hard ball on ground to GKs. • Shots from 12-15 yds. out driving low hard shots towards the GK.
Coaching Pts.
• • • • • •
Set feet for shot 2 sounded catch Momentum coming forward Hands in front of body Body high then low Secure ball then bring to ground in staggered feet stance
Time: 20 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
2v2 +1 to Goals • Two teams of two players each attacking • and defending one goal with a goalkeeper. Neutral player plays for • whatever team has possession. •
Set feet for shot Front smother on low, hard driven shots towards feet Communication with field players Be on the ball line
Time: 20 minutes Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
5v5 +5 on Deck to Goals Two teams of 5 attack and defend one goal with a goalkeeper. Game played to 1pt. Winning team stays on, team that was scored upon rotates to being the team on deck (surrounding the field)
Coaching Pts.
• • •
Proper technique when making a save Attack the ball, don’t wait for it Organize defenders
Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Play in a 55x80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Shooting and Finishing Technical Warm up
Organization • Pass and Move: Split players into groups of 3 or 4 (colorcoded). Each group has a ball, inter- • passing within their group. All groups are in the same grid playing through each other. (30x40 yard grid) • •
•
Coaching Pts. Body position and balance. Eye on the ball at moment of contact Strike ball with ankle locked and hard bone on top of foot for quick/power or with the inside of the foot for accuracy and placement Non-kicking foot directed at target Strike the center of the ball and follow through towards target landing on shooting foot 1st touch – Directional – Preparation touch to release the shoot/pass
Time: 15 minutes Small Sided Game
Organization
2v2+1/3v3+1 (includes GK’s): Two teams with two players each plus a neutral player will try to create as many shooting opportunities and score goals. The neutral player plays with the team in possession.
• • • • • • •
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
5v5+1/6v6+1 (includes GK’s): Two teams of 5 players each plus a neutral will play to score as many goals as they can, taking as many shots and creating goal scoring opportunities. The neutral player will play with the team in possession and he can also score. Encourage players to shoot from distance.
• • • • • •
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage
Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
COOL DOWN
Coaching Pts. Proper technique and body control Placement vs. power Quality preparation touch Proper selection of contact surface Timing and shape of attacking runs Creativity and deception Rebounding Time: 15 minutes Coaching Pts.
Proper technique and body control Placement vs. power Quality preparation touch Proper selection of contact surface Timing and shape of attacking runs Creativity and deception Time:20 minutes
Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Defending in Small Groups Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Organization 6v4: 6 players pass to each other consecutively maintaining possession. 4 defending players apply pressure to dispossess opponents. Version 1:Defender wins possession, finds a teammate who then dribbles ball out of grid Version 2:Defender wins possession, finds a teammate and then group of 4 attack small goals on either side of grid After 5-8 yard pass; press sideways on & try to gain possession of ball with block tackle, poke tackle, body, or shoulder Close down, slow down, get down, stay down Time: 15 minutes Organization 5v5 w/small goals: The midfield line is the restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. Team Alignments: Red: 2-1-2 and White: 3-2 Play with Offside’s Approx. 20 yd x 15 yd
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization 5v5 or 6v6 + GK’s to 4 Goals: On half field play 7v7 or 9v9 with a midfield restraining line (offside line). Each team attempts to score in one of the 2 goals opposite them. Work with one of the teams to help them maintain the flat shape of the defending action. GK’s defend two goals on their end line. Play with off-side’s on half a field.
Time: 20 minutes
Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. Encourage him/her to communicate with teammates
Coaching Pts. Pressing Defender • Speed of approach- Approach fast…arrive slow • Angle of approach-We want to direct the player one way on the field, take away option of advancing forward • Body shape-knees bent, on balls of your feet, one foot slightly angled in front of other foot • Decision to delay and/or to win possession of the ball Covering defender • 2nd defender must recognize their responsibilities to cover the 1st defender as the ball is traveling to st opponent (1 attacker) • Be positioned so that if the 1st defender gets beat with the dribble, you can become the 1st defender immediately • Cover dangerous space between 1st defender and you: cannot allow a penetrating pass to split you and the 1st defender! • Stay connected to 1st defender • Communication with 1st defender Communication • Short & concise • Energetic • Commanding • Empowering Visual cues to regain ball • Type of first touch from opponent Heavy touch, step in and win it Close touch, respect play Pop up, step in and win it • Read the first touch and decide quickly Balance, Compactness & Staying Coaching Pts. • All of the above Time: 30 minutes
Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
Topic: Goalkeeping – Training with the Team Technical Warm up
Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
Group Passing and Moving with GK’s: Players will pass and move and the GK will call for the ball, and play it first with: • Feet ( 2 touches) • Scoop and throw • Catch and throw Coach needs to work the techniques of catching and distributing the ball properly to the appropriate side/ player on the field
• How to receive and pass the ball • What type of catch • Body shape, balanced • Lead with hands • W hand position waist and above, pinky’s together waist and below • Highest point on high balls yelling Keeper • Meet the ball, don’t wait • Types of throws: Bowl Baseball Sling Time: 15 minutes
Organization
3v3/4v4 + Bumpers (Stand by players) 3 Teams, two playing on serving as bumpers. As soon as one team scores the bumper team is in playing. Coach the GK and opportunities of goal scoring, as well as GK in attacking transition
Coaching Pts.
All of the above plus • Starting position off line • Communication • Shooting crossing position of GK After a goal always start from the opposite GK Time: 15 minutes
Exp. Small Sided Game
Organization
Coaching Pts.
All of the above 4v4 +1/ 5v5+1 to Goals with GK’s: Two teams of 5 players each plus a • Quick, accurate distribution neutral will play to score as many goals as • Be an option for a pass back they can, taking as many shots and creating goal scoring opportunities. The neutral player will play with the team in possession and he can also score. Encourage players to shoot from distance. Time: 20 minutes Game 7v7 or 8v8 Scrimmage COOL DOWN
Organization
Coaching Pts. Play in a 55x 80 yd. grid with Goalkeepers. • All of the above Encourage him/her to communicate with Time: 30 minutes teammates Activities to reduce heart rate, static stretching & review session. Time: 5-10 Minutes
