This months session is a possession based practice that encourages using the GK to keep possession and recognise opportunities to move the ball forward.
Beginning with a simple 4 v 2, players are required to look for opportunities to switch the play or split the defenders. If the defending players win the ball, they transition into attacking mode and attempt to score. Similarly, the team who are now out of possession look to win the ball back.
Developing the practice, players then look to attack the opponents goal. 2 balls means that players are constantly involved (ideal in the winter months!) before progressing to 1 ball and resembling an unrestricted game of football.
Set Up
Teams are set up 4 v 2 in front of a goal. Both teams attempt to keep the ball away from the defenders. They score a point for switching the play (direct or via GK) or splitting the defenders.
If defenders win the ball, they attempt to score in the goal and the 4 attempt to stop them.
Progression 1
If ball is switched or defenders split, 2 players can attack the opponents goal.
Opposition decide whether to keep possession or defend the goal.
Progression 2
1 Ball
Coaching Points
Provide correct supporting angles
If receiving a pass, observe the position of defenders and team mates prior and after getting the ball
If not receiving the pass - observe position of defenders, team mates and space after every pass
Recognise when to play 1 touch
Keep the ball if a pass isn't available
Appropriate support & movement when moving the ball forward
Considerations
The size & spacing of the area to allow success
Progress as needed - may take one session, may take 4
Suggested Ages
U10 - U12