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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Goal
- Pole
- Balls
- Goalkeeper
Setup
- Area: 18-yard box area with edge marked by a pole
- Goals: One goal with a goalkeeper at one end
- Group: 2 outfield players, one positioned beside the goal holding a ball and one positioned on the 18-yard line
- Group GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line
- Equipment: 1 pole positioned at the edge of the 18-yard box, balls held by the player in the line beside the goal
Instructions
- The player next to the goal passes to the player on the 18-yard line, ensuring the pass is on the side of the pole away from the goal.
- The receiving player takes the first touch across their body and the pole.
- Player attempts to whip the ball into the far side of the goal.
- Rotate players and repeat the sequence.
Coaching Points
- Prioritize accuracy over power in shots.
- Be decisive and confident in actions.
- Apply appropriate striking technique.
- Ensure good first touch control.
- Maintain an open body position when receiving.
- Keep your head up to assess options.
- Move effectively to receive the pass.
- Focus on the quality of the final touch and finish.
- Aim to shoot across the goalkeeper.
- Select the right shooting option based on the situation.
- Use feints to create better shooting opportunities.
- Always aim to hit the target with your shots.
- Analyze from different angles; pause play for coaching insights.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Add a defender to pressure the shooter.
2. Increase the distance of the initial pass.
3. Reduce the size of the goal area.
Make it easier:
1. Remove the pole to simplify first touch.
2. Allow receiving player additional touches before shooting.
3. Use a larger goalpost for easier scoring.
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