Overview & Motivation
Improve ability to progress through a switch of play
Physical Setup
- 2 Full goals if you have them. Otherwise have Blue attack to 3 mini goals. - Four 6 minute rounds - 10v8 game set up in a 3-4-3 shape
Instructions
- 3 ways to breakout of the middle channel: (1) 6 passes in a box (2) A switch to the other box (3) Red wins the ball, can break out immediately - Only 1 player from each team can move between the grids - Offsides line is in effect - Blue GK starts with the ball each time
Coaching Points
In Possession: - Leverage the extra player while you have it in a grid, then when space gets tight, swing the other way - Use the movement of the central player to create new passing angles - Open on the back foot to quickly switch play Out of Possession: - Stay compact - Break quickly before the opposition can get back into shape - Hunt as a pack
Progressions
- Freedom of movement - Create smaller grids - Ball can only be played out of the grid on the ground - Add more defenders
Key Players
CBs: Recognize when the space is available to step into with the ball or to change the passing lane. Get on the ball and be brave.