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Score and Sprint

Enhance aerobic conditioning through continuous play.

Conditioning15-16U1813-14Adultgroup1 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.8 (14)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones
  • 2 Mini goals
  • Soccer balls
  • Bibs for team identification
Setup
  1. Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
  2. Goals: One mini goal centred on each end line
  3. Team Red: 1 red outfield player starting at one end of the area ready to play
  4. Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player starting at the opposite end of the area ready to play
  5. Equipment: Cones marking the 20x20 yard area, 2 mini goals positioned at the centre of each end line, bibs for team identification, soccer balls for play
Instructions
  1. Play begins with both teams competing to score in the opposing goal.
  2. If a player scores, they must sprint around the entire area before rejoining.
  3. This creates a temporary numerical advantage for the defending team.
  4. Continue play without stopping, monitoring intensity and duration.
Coaching Points
  • Encourage quick, quality ball movement.
  • Focus on producing decisive end products.
  • Monitor player overload and ensure adequate recovery.
  • Adapt training intensity based on fitness levels.
  • Ensure training specificity to football.
  • Progressively increase duration or intensity to maintain challenge.
  • Prioritize the quality of performance over quantity.
  • Optimize muscle efficiency specific to football activities.
  • Remain flexible in planning to adapt to players' recovery needs.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the size of the playing area.
2. Require the scoring player to complete two laps before rejoining.
Make it easier:
1. Reduce the area size to 15x15 yards.
2. Allow the scoring player to only jog the lap.
3. Provide a resting period after each goal.
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