Overview & Motivation
Improve ability to progress the ball under pressure in our build out
Physical Setup
- 3 teams of 3 and 2 neutrals - two 12x12 grids with a 5 yard long channel - Four 4 minute games
Instructions
- 4 passes to progress - 1 team defends, 2 teams are in possession - Active possession plays 4v2 with a neutral - The other grid sends 2 players into the middle channel - If the possession team doesn't successfully complete a transfer, they become the defending team
Coaching Points
In Possession: - Body shape as you receive - Diagonality - Third man combos - Commit and progress Out of Possession: - Protect the middle - Make play predictable with your 3rd defender - Press & cover
Progressions
- Progression passes need to go to the 2 players in the middle channel - Defensive team needs to complete a transfer to no longer be in the middle
Key Players
CMs: Find pockets of space to receive and progress. Identify the right moment to switch play, bounce the ball backwards or turn. FBs: Use width to open up central passes. Look for the diagonal ball to progress through the central channel.