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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Cones
- Two goals
- Bibs
- Multiple balls around the area
- Optional: Goalkeepers
Setup
- Area: 30x20 yard area marked with cones, adjustable based on player numbers.
- Goals: One small goal centred on each end line of the area.
- Team Red: 3 red outfield players spaced evenly across the area, ready to press for possession.
- Team Blue: 3 blue outfield players spaced evenly across the area, ready to press for possession.
- Neutral: 2 black neutral players positioned inside the area, moving freely to assist whichever team is attacking.
- Equipment: Cones marking the corners and boundaries of the 30x20 yard area, multiple balls scattered around the area for quick restarts.
Instructions
- Players maintain possession by throwing to teammates or neutrals.
- Score by heading the ball into the goal.
- If the ball hits the ground, goes out of play, or a player holds it over 3 seconds, the opposing team restarts.
- Encourage players to create space and use effective communication.
Coaching Points
- Communicate effectively on the pitch
- Keep eyes fixed on the ball
- Adopt a strong body shape to attack the ball
- Move intelligently to create space
- Make contact with the middle of the ball using the forehead
- Keep eyes open during the header
- Time runs effectively to attack the ball
- Support teammates with timely runs
- Redirect the ball by turning the body before heading
- Build confidence through proper heading technique
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the area size to increase pressure.
2. Limit time on the ball to two seconds before passing.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the area size for more space to maneuver.
2. Allow players to pivot while holding the ball to find a teammate.
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