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Twinsburg Youth Soccer: Practice Plans U7/U8/U10 (6v6) Activities & Games
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Week 1 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: - Form a circle with all players at the center of the field. - All players should have a ball at their feet - Let each player introduce themselves by first name, and ask them a favorite color, food, cartoon, or other. - Begin warm-up with footskills & demonstrate: - Toe taps, Show them when the ball is stopped: foot on ball - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by #
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
Coaching Points: - let the players get comfortable - repeat what the players say - demonstrate the footskills, then provide a positive comment for each player - discuss "no hands" - feet only - discuss: inside/outside/laces
FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body Duration
Activity 2: Pass & Go
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Organization: -Grid size: 10x10yds. (smaller if appropriate) -Players Start At cones, 2-3 per each cone ("x") - Discuss Shapes & Demonstrate receiving/trapping, kicking NOTE: solid line is player moving, dotted is pass -Variation: (no sequence-coach calls) (1) Pass & go with player in front (2) Pass & go shuffle right/left (3) Pass & go opposite cone, touch middle cone
Coaching Points: - Introduce "Shapes" Concept: Triangle, Squares. Have them recognize the shapes and call it out before they start -Move once player has vacated cone!!! -Demonstrate -Good form: Receiving and Trapping Inside/Outside /laces -Ball Control - TWO TOUCHES -NO TOE KICKS
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 25 yds apart -Divide players in half (x and o), and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: For u8 move to 3 v3. (1) 1-2 pasess before scoring (2) Perform a footskill
Coaching Points: - demonstrate activity, and include discussion on defense (player must move: demonstrate defender moving in front of attacking player
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Activity #3: Gladiator (2 v2) 25 yds
20 Min
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Week 2 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: Coaching Points: - Form a 15 x 15yd grid with all players in the middle - let the players get comfortable - All players should have a ball at their feet - repeat what the players say - Let each player introduce themselves and ask the team - demonstrate the footskills, then the asnwer to there favorite (e.g. color, food) from week 1 provide a positive comment for each - Begin warm-up with footskills & demonstrate: player - Toe taps, Show them when the ball is stopped: foot on - discuss "no hands" - feet only ball - discuss: inside/outside/laces - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by # - Repeat last weeks numbers, and introduce #5, #6, #7 FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction **NOTE: for U7, you may only introduce 5 & 6, with 2 new footskills a week.
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
Duration
Activity 2: 1v1 (delay/deny) 3yds
20
Min
Organization: - Create one 15x12yd grid w/ two, 3yd goals (see pic) -6 players per , 3 offense, 3 defense (3-4 grids) -SET #1: "Tag" - Assign Offense Line "o". On "Go", players in each line will run around/between the goals. "o" will 15 yds attempt to run through the goal to score. If "x" tags "o" that player is out. If not tagged, score 1. Defense tags, score 1. -SET #2: Introduce Soccer ball (coach stands in a corner and throws to player in either line)
Coaching Points: - Introduce delay (close space)/deny ("push" players to sideline) - defense must close space - offense must keep ball control
12 yds Duration
Activity #3: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
20 Min
Organization: **See note for U7 below(prep for this activity) - Create grid 40x25 yds and set cones for goals - Position players on Field (Fwd, Right Mid, Left Mid, Backs) - Allow free play FOR PLAY OUT OF BOUNDS: Demonstrate Throw-ins Demonstrate Goal Kicks Demonstrate Kickoffs Discuss Corners (wait until scrimmage to show) **For U7, ask players to pair up, and line across from each other and practice throw-ins, and receiving)
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players - Don't spend a lot of time in demo, let the players play. -Freeze play to discuss shapes: Triangles, Squares, diamonds, (space) - Discuss Position responsibility
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Week 3 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: - Form a 15 x 15yd grid with all players in the middle - All players should have a ball at their feet - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by # - Repeat last weeks numbers, and introduce #1-#x, and introduce #8, #9, #10 NOTE: Describe difference between #6 & #8
Coaching Points: - let the players get comfortable - repeat what the players say - demonstrate the footskills, then provide a positive comment for each player - discuss "no hands" - feet only - discuss: inside/outside/laces FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Dribble forward, step left (side of ball) with left foot, then kick out with right foot using the outside of the foot and continue dribbling down the field.
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
**NOTE: for U7, you may only introduce 2 new footskills a week. Duration
Activity 2: Footskill Relays
10-15yds
10-15yds
10 Min
Organization: - Large cones down center: 4 lines15 yds from cone - 2-3 players per line XX X Relay races: XX X (1) Dribble to, pull back, dribble back and pass to next in line
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Refer to Goalie Basics Sheet- Review prior to next activity (10-15 min) Duration Activity #3: Shooting/Goalie Game 1
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Coaching Points: -Good form: Receiving and Trapping Inside/Outside /laces -Promote good form on footskills -Ball Control - Keep ball close
(2) Dribble to, then around cone using footskills: Stepover first cone, fakee second cone, dribble back to middle cone, Stepover again, then pass to next player in line (3) Roll right down, left back…stop on line for next player Variation: Challenge the players with footskills at each cone and mix as appropriate for your age group. Organization: - Form Grid 15 x 15 (Larger for older players) - A large cone at the top of the grid outside of it ("1") - Up to 8 players (add more less as needed) - Players rotate clockwise once cycle complete - Player 1 will receive passes to shoot. After shot, must circle back around top cone to receive a pass from others. -Player 2 is the goalie. Players 3,4,5,6,7,8 are passing to Player 1 when the coach calls there name. - Once all passes are complete, rotate. VARIATION: Throw-ins Lob Kicks (U10)
Coaching Points: -Good Crisp passes out in front of shooter. - Goalie: approach player as they get closer - Goalie: "Hands Big" and "on toes" - Make sure shooter is going around the cone - Introduce "Square" pass term (known as a sideways pass)
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Week 4 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet"
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
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Activity 2: 7 cone:Footskill -Pass "B"
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Activity 3: Footskill- hook
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Activity #5: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
25 Min
Organization: -2-3 players on each corner of the square (outside 2 cones) -center cone represents defender (pressure) - "A" ball at each corner, player dribbles to center cone, front move, then spin move (hook)/pullback (coach calls) then passes to player at corner cone- 4 to5 minutes -Repeat "A", player receiving ball must perform move in opposite direction behind cone, then dribble back to perform "A", then pass back to corner, Repeat 4-5 min
Coaching Points: -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves
Organization: - Same grid as above. -divide players in half to the outside middle cones -players (1) begin nearest goal with balls, zig zag to each cone and perform hooks. Pass at 3rd cone -Player receiving passes ball around cone to self and zig-zags to last cone and passes to next player in line "H" in diagram represents hooks, cryuff turns, pull-back 90°, Step-over…Coaches call out moves Variation: go in opposite direction. Organization: - Create grid 40x30 yds and set cones for goals - Position players on Field (Fwd, Right Mid, Left Mid, Backs) - Allow free play 5 -10 Minutes: - DEMONSTRATE CORNER KICKS and position players at top of box (near post, far post,middle). Defender takes the kick.
Coaching Points: Demonstrate Hooks -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves -Hooks should be away from defender stand at first cone to "act" as defender, and correct player turns/moves as necessary Coaching Points: - Encourage use of footskills in play (e.g. 1 point for footskill) - Defense: demonstrate moving in front of attacking player
Duration
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Week 5 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Relay-Dribbling and Footskills
Organization: -Create grid as shown (2-4 players per grid) - Players start at A: Dribble through cones leave ball in grid B (2x2 yds) - Run to grid C (2x2yds) take ball dribble in/out of cones at D Footskill at end (coach calls footskill) Variation: Hook, pull back, (back moves) ***Use pinnies, or other objects if you are lacking cones
Coaching Points: - stress ball control, complement -close, controlled dribbling. - slow to speed
Organization: - Create a "Half-Field" as shown w/ 3 Cones at position A, B, C - Two players "X" represent the defenders positioned at the at the two cones to start - Coach stands near go, and calls out player A, B, or C to begin dribbling to score on defender - defender nearest attacker is 1st defender, and moves up to delay/deny the attacker. - defender away from attacker is 2nd defender, and moves in a straight line (see dotted line) between attacker and goal. - Once attacker shoots or is denied, reset defenders and call out a different player to attack. - Rotate every few minutes.
Coaching Points: - player between ball/goal -Ask the players to yell out "first defender" and"2nd defender" - Discuss with the players regarding an attacker at cone B…They must communicate
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 40 yds apart -Divide players into teams of 2 or 3, and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: Add variation (1 pass and or 1 footskill before scoring)
Coaching Points: - Incorporate the second defender into this activity
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Activity 2: 1st/2nd Defender (1v2) A Coach
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Activity #3: Gladiator (x v x) 25 yds
15 Min
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Week 6 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" Footskills & Mental Preparedness** ADD: HOOKS
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
20
Min
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Activity #2: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
20/20 Min
Organization: - Extend grid above to 30 x 20 and set cones for goals - Simulate game play coach throws in ball - FREEZE PLAY during first 20 minutes for instructional This includes putting player in position, and asking "what-ifs?" e.g. Goal kicks, throw-ins, corners
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -raise the ball when throwing in and ask the player to point to it -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players and 1st/ 2nd defender - Shapes! Identify Shapes!
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Week 7 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" COMBINATIONS Two footskills in combination: Roll/feint, pull-back, hooks, other
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
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Activity 2: Passing & Receiving
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Activity 3: Diamonds 1v1
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Activity #3: Shooting/Goalie Game 1
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Organization: - Demonstrate (1) Drill and (2) Receiving ball on turn (2 min) - Player A passes to player B, who receives ball on turn. - Player B passes to player C. - Player C receives the ball and attacks the space in front Player C Moves: Feint, Cryuff Turn of line A Rotation: A to B, B to C, C to A
Coaching Points: -"A" & "B" Crisp Passing. -"B" Receive ball on turn with back foot. - stress ball control, complement -close, controlled dribbling. - sell move at end!
Organization: -2-3 players on each corner of the square (outside 2 cones) -Two Diamonds (2 minute demo) - "A" Passes across and becomes passive defender - player receiving the ball has a choice, to go left or right - Step 1: player w/ ball chooses, dribbles to cone and stops ball on Cone. Defender is passive. Once complete, pass to next player in line. Repeat. 4 minutes - Step 2: Perform hook or cryuff. Defender stays at cone, player dribbles ball to next person in line. Repeat.4 min
Coaching Points: -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves - defenders need to react and move to anticipated location
Organization: - Form Grid 15 x 15 (Larger for older players) - A large cone at the top of the grid outside of it ("1") - Up to 8 players (add more less as needed) - Players rotate clockwise once cycle complete - Player 1 will receive passes to shoot. After shot, must circle back around top cone to receive a pass from others. -Player 2 is the goalie. Players 3,4,5,6,7,8 are passing to Player 1 when the coach calls there name. - Once all passes are complete, rotate. VARIATION: Throw-ins Lob Kicks (U10)
Coaching Points: -Good Crisp passes out in front of shooter. - Goalie: approach player as they get closer - Goalie: "Hands Big" and "on toes" - Make sure shooter is going around the cone - Introduce "Square" pass term (known as a sideways pass)
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Week 8 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" COMBINATIONS Two footskills in combination: Roll/feint, pull-back, hooks, other
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
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Activity 2: Game 2v2 Goal
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Goal
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Goal
Activity #2: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
25 Min
Organization: - 1 small cones, 6 large cones - 20 x 20 grids (2 grids) (12 max -Defenders (x) pass to players across or forward -Defenders move to defend the attacker, and can score at opposite 2 goals
Coaching Points: - encourage communication: 1st/2nd defender - Demonstrate Delay/Pressure - Offense: 2 touches, space
Organization: - Extend grid above to 30 x 20 and set cones for goals - Simulate game play coach throws in ball
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -raise the ball when throwing in and ask the player to point to it -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players and 1st/ 2nd defender - Shapes! Identify Shapes!
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Week 9 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: GATES
Organization: - Randomly place cones 2 yards apart (Gates) - Place same number of gates as # of players - Players stand w/ ball inside each gate. - On "Go", players dribble to an open gate and continue to an open gate and count the # of gates passed in 1 min. - Variation: footskills at the gate (pull-backs, rolls, feints) Inside/Outside Hooks, other
Coaching Points: - demonstrate a varaiation each time - make sure the players are keeping the ball close -For U6 Players, encourage "heads up" dribbling
Station1: Active Passing: Give/Go
Organization: - 4 cones (diamond shape) (4 players per grid) - (1) A passes to B, (2) B passes back to A, (3) A passes back to B while running to the next cone. - C moves to where B was and prepares for pass - - (4) B passes to player D, starting the sequence on the opposite side Play is continuous Only B & C switch, and only A& D Switch
Coaching Points: - Moving to space -Always on your toes/ready to receive
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 40 yds apart -Divide players into teams of 2 or 3, and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: Add variation (1 pass and or 1 footskill before scoring)
Coaching Points: - Incorporate the second defender into this activity
15 Min
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Activity #3: Gladiator (x v x) 25 yds
20 Min
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Week 10 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet"
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
(1) Review all 10 footskills in a circle of players and allow them to come to the center to demonstrate
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Activity #2: Relays (FunActivity: Last Practice)
30 yds
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Activity #3: Longest Kick contest
**
Organization: - Set up grid - Start at one end of the grid with balls - group of 2 or 3 players per team - Coach yells "Go", players dribble to one end and back, then passes ball to next player to go. - Relay options at "*", player must perfom footskill (feint, rolls squirts) at "**", player must perfom footskill (pull back, toe taps, squirts, inside/outside hooks) Repeat 3-4 times with new variation (*, **, or * plus **)
Coaching Points: - encourage inside/ouside laces - keep ball close for controlled dribble, further for speed dribble (U6 Concept)
Organization: - Set up line woth cones - Players start with balls behind line and kick in direction of coach Variation: Kick on ground, punt
Coaching Points:
Organization: - allow players to set up the field (goals and boundaries) - help balance the teams, then let them decide positions. - Only start the play, then allow them to play.
Coaching Points: - watch and enjoy! Do not intervene.
15 Min Coach Duration
Activity #4: Game Play
15 Min Note: Minimal Daylight
Goalie Basics Activity 1: Arc
Organization: - Make an arc of small cones running outside of goal from left to right pole (top is 5-7 ft away from goal line) - Goalies line up (x) outside of goal, and at go, shuffle inarc pattern working perimeter of goal (one at a time). NOTE: Obtain 5-7 balls
Coaching Points: - Focus on heads up, not crossing feet - Face Forward, do not stand on goal line - Hands up! Return to original position and repeat
Activity 2: Ball Roll
Organization: -Continue with arc formation drill - a) coach holds up number, forcing them to call out - b) coach sends ball in (Build up: Roll, bounce, punt) while goalie works the arc
Coaching Points: -Focus on proper fielding of the ball: get behind the ball (shuffle over) NO GRANDMA style pickup!! …KNEE & FOOT behind the ball, bring ball into body, awareness of position in goal
Activity 3: Diving
Organization: -Coach decides left/right (no ball) -protect …coach demonstrates
Coaching Points: -Top leg: knee up (when on ground) -bring ball back in(tuck head) -Repeat left/Right
Activity 4: Distribution (Punt, Roll)
Organization: -Distribution: From A and B Punt: Use Straps. Hold in opposite hand, waist high @45°. Two steps, drop, NOT toss. Extend leg. Roll: Line Bowling. Smooth/ hard to Teammate
Coaching Points: - have the players identify with the box - discuss distribution (outside vs. middle)
Organization: -Two cones represent defensive players -Coach dribbles out towards goalie -Once past defenders, goalie should come out quickly - Get "BIG", hands up, ready to adjust - Review
Coaching Points: - Review hy important to come out once past defenders - Break down angle - They control or force player vs. letting them shoot - Note of caution: picking up ball vs. defending (kicking)
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Activity 5: Judgement
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Twinsburg Youth Soccer: Practice Plans U7/U8/U10 (6v6) Activities & Games
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Week 1 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: - Form a circle with all players at the center of the field. - All players should have a ball at their feet - Let each player introduce themselves by first name, and ask them a favorite color, food, cartoon, or other. - Begin warm-up with footskills & demonstrate: - Toe taps, Show them when the ball is stopped: foot on ball - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by #
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
Coaching Points: - let the players get comfortable - repeat what the players say - demonstrate the footskills, then provide a positive comment for each player - discuss "no hands" - feet only - discuss: inside/outside/laces
FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body Duration
Activity 2: Pass & Go
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20
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(1)
Min
(3)
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(2)
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X X
X
Organization: -Grid size: 10x10yds. (smaller if appropriate) -Players Start At cones, 2-3 per each cone ("x") - Discuss Shapes & Demonstrate receiving/trapping, kicking NOTE: solid line is player moving, dotted is pass -Variation: (no sequence-coach calls) (1) Pass & go with player in front (2) Pass & go shuffle right/left (3) Pass & go opposite cone, touch middle cone
Coaching Points: - Introduce "Shapes" Concept: Triangle, Squares. Have them recognize the shapes and call it out before they start -Move once player has vacated cone!!! -Demonstrate -Good form: Receiving and Trapping Inside/Outside /laces -Ball Control - TWO TOUCHES -NO TOE KICKS
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 25 yds apart -Divide players in half (x and o), and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: For u8 move to 3 v3. (1) 1-2 pasess before scoring (2) Perform a footskill
Coaching Points: - demonstrate activity, and include discussion on defense (player must move: demonstrate defender moving in front of attacking player
C Duration
Activity #3: Gladiator (2 v2) 25 yds
20 Min
C
Duration
Week 2 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: Coaching Points: - Form a 15 x 15yd grid with all players in the middle - let the players get comfortable - All players should have a ball at their feet - repeat what the players say - Let each player introduce themselves and ask the team - demonstrate the footskills, then the asnwer to there favorite (e.g. color, food) from week 1 provide a positive comment for each - Begin warm-up with footskills & demonstrate: player - Toe taps, Show them when the ball is stopped: foot on - discuss "no hands" - feet only ball - discuss: inside/outside/laces - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by # - Repeat last weeks numbers, and introduce #5, #6, #7 FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction **NOTE: for U7, you may only introduce 5 & 6, with 2 new footskills a week.
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
Duration
Activity 2: 1v1 (delay/deny) 3yds
20
Min
Organization: - Create one 15x12yd grid w/ two, 3yd goals (see pic) -6 players per , 3 offense, 3 defense (3-4 grids) -SET #1: "Tag" - Assign Offense Line "o". On "Go", players in each line will run around/between the goals. "o" will 15 yds attempt to run through the goal to score. If "x" tags "o" that player is out. If not tagged, score 1. Defense tags, score 1. -SET #2: Introduce Soccer ball (coach stands in a corner and throws to player in either line)
Coaching Points: - Introduce delay (close space)/deny ("push" players to sideline) - defense must close space - offense must keep ball control
12 yds Duration
Activity #3: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
20 Min
Organization: **See note for U7 below(prep for this activity) - Create grid 40x25 yds and set cones for goals - Position players on Field (Fwd, Right Mid, Left Mid, Backs) - Allow free play FOR PLAY OUT OF BOUNDS: Demonstrate Throw-ins Demonstrate Goal Kicks Demonstrate Kickoffs Discuss Corners (wait until scrimmage to show) **For U7, ask players to pair up, and line across from each other and practice throw-ins, and receiving)
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players - Don't spend a lot of time in demo, let the players play. -Freeze play to discuss shapes: Triangles, Squares, diamonds, (space) - Discuss Position responsibility
Duration
Week 3 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: Introduction/warmup
Organization: - Form a 15 x 15yd grid with all players in the middle - All players should have a ball at their feet - Demonstrate the following footskills and associate by # - Repeat last weeks numbers, and introduce #1-#x, and introduce #8, #9, #10 NOTE: Describe difference between #6 & #8
Coaching Points: - let the players get comfortable - repeat what the players say - demonstrate the footskills, then provide a positive comment for each player - discuss "no hands" - feet only - discuss: inside/outside/laces FOOTSKILLS: After players perform, call out numbers for rapid recall (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Dribble forward, step left (side of ball) with left foot, then kick out with right foot using the outside of the foot and continue dribbling down the field.
"Footskills by Number"
20 Min
**NOTE: for U7, you may only introduce 2 new footskills a week. Duration
Activity 2: Footskill Relays
10-15yds
10-15yds
10 Min
Organization: - Large cones down center: 4 lines15 yds from cone - 2-3 players per line XX X Relay races: XX X (1) Dribble to, pull back, dribble back and pass to next in line
XX X XX X
Refer to Goalie Basics Sheet- Review prior to next activity (10-15 min) Duration Activity #3: Shooting/Goalie Game 1
20
3
6
4
7
Min
5
2 8
Coaching Points: -Good form: Receiving and Trapping Inside/Outside /laces -Promote good form on footskills -Ball Control - Keep ball close
(2) Dribble to, then around cone using footskills: Stepover first cone, fakee second cone, dribble back to middle cone, Stepover again, then pass to next player in line (3) Roll right down, left back…stop on line for next player Variation: Challenge the players with footskills at each cone and mix as appropriate for your age group. Organization: - Form Grid 15 x 15 (Larger for older players) - A large cone at the top of the grid outside of it ("1") - Up to 8 players (add more less as needed) - Players rotate clockwise once cycle complete - Player 1 will receive passes to shoot. After shot, must circle back around top cone to receive a pass from others. -Player 2 is the goalie. Players 3,4,5,6,7,8 are passing to Player 1 when the coach calls there name. - Once all passes are complete, rotate. VARIATION: Throw-ins Lob Kicks (U10)
Coaching Points: -Good Crisp passes out in front of shooter. - Goalie: approach player as they get closer - Goalie: "Hands Big" and "on toes" - Make sure shooter is going around the cone - Introduce "Square" pass term (known as a sideways pass)
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Week 4 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet"
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
15
Min
Duration
Activity 2: 7 cone:Footskill -Pass "B"
10
Min "A"
Duration
Activity 3: Footskill- hook
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5-7
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H
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1
Duration
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2
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Activity #5: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
25 Min
Organization: -2-3 players on each corner of the square (outside 2 cones) -center cone represents defender (pressure) - "A" ball at each corner, player dribbles to center cone, front move, then spin move (hook)/pullback (coach calls) then passes to player at corner cone- 4 to5 minutes -Repeat "A", player receiving ball must perform move in opposite direction behind cone, then dribble back to perform "A", then pass back to corner, Repeat 4-5 min
Coaching Points: -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves
Organization: - Same grid as above. -divide players in half to the outside middle cones -players (1) begin nearest goal with balls, zig zag to each cone and perform hooks. Pass at 3rd cone -Player receiving passes ball around cone to self and zig-zags to last cone and passes to next player in line "H" in diagram represents hooks, cryuff turns, pull-back 90°, Step-over…Coaches call out moves Variation: go in opposite direction. Organization: - Create grid 40x30 yds and set cones for goals - Position players on Field (Fwd, Right Mid, Left Mid, Backs) - Allow free play 5 -10 Minutes: - DEMONSTRATE CORNER KICKS and position players at top of box (near post, far post,middle). Defender takes the kick.
Coaching Points: Demonstrate Hooks -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves -Hooks should be away from defender stand at first cone to "act" as defender, and correct player turns/moves as necessary Coaching Points: - Encourage use of footskills in play (e.g. 1 point for footskill) - Defense: demonstrate moving in front of attacking player
Duration
15
Week 5 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Relay-Dribbling and Footskills
Organization: -Create grid as shown (2-4 players per grid) - Players start at A: Dribble through cones leave ball in grid B (2x2 yds) - Run to grid C (2x2yds) take ball dribble in/out of cones at D Footskill at end (coach calls footskill) Variation: Hook, pull back, (back moves) ***Use pinnies, or other objects if you are lacking cones
Coaching Points: - stress ball control, complement -close, controlled dribbling. - slow to speed
Organization: - Create a "Half-Field" as shown w/ 3 Cones at position A, B, C - Two players "X" represent the defenders positioned at the at the two cones to start - Coach stands near go, and calls out player A, B, or C to begin dribbling to score on defender - defender nearest attacker is 1st defender, and moves up to delay/deny the attacker. - defender away from attacker is 2nd defender, and moves in a straight line (see dotted line) between attacker and goal. - Once attacker shoots or is denied, reset defenders and call out a different player to attack. - Rotate every few minutes.
Coaching Points: - player between ball/goal -Ask the players to yell out "first defender" and"2nd defender" - Discuss with the players regarding an attacker at cone B…They must communicate
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 40 yds apart -Divide players into teams of 2 or 3, and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: Add variation (1 pass and or 1 footskill before scoring)
Coaching Points: - Incorporate the second defender into this activity
C
B
A
D
Min 10 yds
Duration
Activity 2: 1st/2nd Defender (1v2) A Coach
20
Min
B
C
Duration
Activity #3: Gladiator (x v x) 25 yds
15 Min
C
Duration
Week 6 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" Footskills & Mental Preparedness** ADD: HOOKS
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
20
Min
Duration
Activity #2: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
20/20 Min
Organization: - Extend grid above to 30 x 20 and set cones for goals - Simulate game play coach throws in ball - FREEZE PLAY during first 20 minutes for instructional This includes putting player in position, and asking "what-ifs?" e.g. Goal kicks, throw-ins, corners
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -raise the ball when throwing in and ask the player to point to it -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players and 1st/ 2nd defender - Shapes! Identify Shapes!
Duration
Week 7 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" COMBINATIONS Two footskills in combination: Roll/feint, pull-back, hooks, other
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
10
Min
Duration
Activity 2: Passing & Receiving
C A
B
15
Min
Duration
Activity 3: Diamonds 1v1
"A"
15
Min
Duration
Activity #3: Shooting/Goalie Game 1
20
3
6
4
7
Min
5
2 8
Organization: - Demonstrate (1) Drill and (2) Receiving ball on turn (2 min) - Player A passes to player B, who receives ball on turn. - Player B passes to player C. - Player C receives the ball and attacks the space in front Player C Moves: Feint, Cryuff Turn of line A Rotation: A to B, B to C, C to A
Coaching Points: -"A" & "B" Crisp Passing. -"B" Receive ball on turn with back foot. - stress ball control, complement -close, controlled dribbling. - sell move at end!
Organization: -2-3 players on each corner of the square (outside 2 cones) -Two Diamonds (2 minute demo) - "A" Passes across and becomes passive defender - player receiving the ball has a choice, to go left or right - Step 1: player w/ ball chooses, dribbles to cone and stops ball on Cone. Defender is passive. Once complete, pass to next player in line. Repeat. 4 minutes - Step 2: Perform hook or cryuff. Defender stays at cone, player dribbles ball to next person in line. Repeat.4 min
Coaching Points: -set expectation on passes/traps/ settling ball - stress ball control, complement proper moves - defenders need to react and move to anticipated location
Organization: - Form Grid 15 x 15 (Larger for older players) - A large cone at the top of the grid outside of it ("1") - Up to 8 players (add more less as needed) - Players rotate clockwise once cycle complete - Player 1 will receive passes to shoot. After shot, must circle back around top cone to receive a pass from others. -Player 2 is the goalie. Players 3,4,5,6,7,8 are passing to Player 1 when the coach calls there name. - Once all passes are complete, rotate. VARIATION: Throw-ins Lob Kicks (U10)
Coaching Points: -Good Crisp passes out in front of shooter. - Goalie: approach player as they get closer - Goalie: "Hands Big" and "on toes" - Make sure shooter is going around the cone - Introduce "Square" pass term (known as a sideways pass)
Duration
Week 8 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet" COMBINATIONS Two footskills in combination: Roll/feint, pull-back, hooks, other
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
Grid 20 x 20
15
Min
Duration
Activity 2: Game 2v2 Goal
20
Min
Duration
Goal
15 yards
Goal
Activity #2: 4v4 Game Play (or shortsided)
25 Min
Organization: - 1 small cones, 6 large cones - 20 x 20 grids (2 grids) (12 max -Defenders (x) pass to players across or forward -Defenders move to defend the attacker, and can score at opposite 2 goals
Coaching Points: - encourage communication: 1st/2nd defender - Demonstrate Delay/Pressure - Offense: 2 touches, space
Organization: - Extend grid above to 30 x 20 and set cones for goals - Simulate game play coach throws in ball
Coaching Points: - Engage the disengaged, and encourage -raise the ball when throwing in and ask the player to point to it -encourage defensive positioning (that is getting in front of the attacking players and 1st/ 2nd defender - Shapes! Identify Shapes!
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Week 9 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity #1: GATES
Organization: - Randomly place cones 2 yards apart (Gates) - Place same number of gates as # of players - Players stand w/ ball inside each gate. - On "Go", players dribble to an open gate and continue to an open gate and count the # of gates passed in 1 min. - Variation: footskills at the gate (pull-backs, rolls, feints) Inside/Outside Hooks, other
Coaching Points: - demonstrate a varaiation each time - make sure the players are keeping the ball close -For U6 Players, encourage "heads up" dribbling
Station1: Active Passing: Give/Go
Organization: - 4 cones (diamond shape) (4 players per grid) - (1) A passes to B, (2) B passes back to A, (3) A passes back to B while running to the next cone. - C moves to where B was and prepares for pass - - (4) B passes to player D, starting the sequence on the opposite side Play is continuous Only B & C switch, and only A& D Switch
Coaching Points: - Moving to space -Always on your toes/ready to receive
Organization: -Two sets of cones as goals 40 yds apart -Divide players into teams of 2 or 3, and form line at each goal - Coach will yell "go", and throw the ball to the middle - Player from each side will run to the ball and attempt to get it, and score at the appropriate goal. - Variation: Add variation (1 pass and or 1 footskill before scoring)
Coaching Points: - Incorporate the second defender into this activity
15 Min
Duration
D
4
25 Min
A
C
3
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2
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Duration
Activity #3: Gladiator (x v x) 25 yds
20 Min
C
Duration
Week 10 Practice Plan
AYSO 1026 U7/U8/U10
Activity 1: Warm up "Fast Feet"
Organization: Call out Number, and describe following moves. Cycle through first 4, then test with quick callouts & vary #'s. Repeat for 5-8, 9-10. Test Cycle for 5-8, 1-8, 1-10. (1) Foundations (2) Foundations -move in semi-circle (3) Squeeze- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while squeezing the ball from one foot to other (4) Roll- Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while rolling it in front of your body (5) Fakee - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot while making a fake pass with the inside foot over the ball, roll the ball w/ same foot over the ball, and turn (6) Stop Turn - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pass forward, stop the ball under the sole of the foot and turn quickly in the opposite direction (7) Step Over -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, swing your leg around and past the ball, then turn in opposite way and direction (8) Pull Back -Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, push ball 180°, 90°, or 45° (9) Cryuff Turn-Tap ball quickly between left & right foot,then quickly hook it behind non-kicking foot and change direction (10)Feint - Tap ball quickly between left & right foot, pull the ball back w/ the front part of your foot and flick it behind and forward the standing leg
(1) Review all 10 footskills in a circle of players and allow them to come to the center to demonstrate
15
Min (2) Allow players to demonstrate combinations (3) Challenge players to practice juggling in the offseason. Demonstrate feet and thighs Duration
Activity #2: Relays (FunActivity: Last Practice)
30 yds
5
*
Min
Duration
Activity #3: Longest Kick contest
**
Organization: - Set up grid - Start at one end of the grid with balls - group of 2 or 3 players per team - Coach yells "Go", players dribble to one end and back, then passes ball to next player to go. - Relay options at "*", player must perfom footskill (feint, rolls squirts) at "**", player must perfom footskill (pull back, toe taps, squirts, inside/outside hooks) Repeat 3-4 times with new variation (*, **, or * plus **)
Coaching Points: - encourage inside/ouside laces - keep ball close for controlled dribble, further for speed dribble (U6 Concept)
Organization: - Set up line woth cones - Players start with balls behind line and kick in direction of coach Variation: Kick on ground, punt
Coaching Points:
Organization: - allow players to set up the field (goals and boundaries) - help balance the teams, then let them decide positions. - Only start the play, then allow them to play.
Coaching Points: - watch and enjoy! Do not intervene.
15 Min Coach Duration
Activity #4: Game Play
15 Min Note: Minimal Daylight
Goalie Basics Activity 1: Arc
Organization: - Make an arc of small cones running outside of goal from left to right pole (top is 5-7 ft away from goal line) - Goalies line up (x) outside of goal, and at go, shuffle inarc pattern working perimeter of goal (one at a time). NOTE: Obtain 5-7 balls
Coaching Points: - Focus on heads up, not crossing feet - Face Forward, do not stand on goal line - Hands up! Return to original position and repeat
Activity 2: Ball Roll
Organization: -Continue with arc formation drill - a) coach holds up number, forcing them to call out - b) coach sends ball in (Build up: Roll, bounce, punt) while goalie works the arc
Coaching Points: -Focus on proper fielding of the ball: get behind the ball (shuffle over) NO GRANDMA style pickup!! …KNEE & FOOT behind the ball, bring ball into body, awareness of position in goal
Activity 3: Diving
Organization: -Coach decides left/right (no ball) -protect …coach demonstrates
Coaching Points: -Top leg: knee up (when on ground) -bring ball back in(tuck head) -Repeat left/Right
Activity 4: Distribution (Punt, Roll)
Organization: -Distribution: From A and B Punt: Use Straps. Hold in opposite hand, waist high @45°. Two steps, drop, NOT toss. Extend leg. Roll: Line Bowling. Smooth/ hard to Teammate
Coaching Points: - have the players identify with the box - discuss distribution (outside vs. middle)
Organization: -Two cones represent defensive players -Coach dribbles out towards goalie -Once past defenders, goalie should come out quickly - Get "BIG", hands up, ready to adjust - Review
Coaching Points: - Review hy important to come out once past defenders - Break down angle - They control or force player vs. letting them shoot - Note of caution: picking up ball vs. defending (kicking)
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Activity 5: Judgement
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AYSO Coaches Training Sign -in: Name /email
Age Group
