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6v6 Gate Passing Game

Enhance passing and movement to create scoring opportunities.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • 2 Goals with goalkeepers
  • Small cones (5 gates)
  • Multiple balls
Setup
  1. Area: 50x35 yard area
  2. Goals: One goal with a goalkeeper centred on each end line
  3. Team Red: 6 red outfield players start spaced evenly across the area facing Team Blue
  4. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line of the red team's goal
  5. Team Blue: 6 blue outfield players start spaced evenly across the area facing Team Red
  6. Team Blue GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line of the blue team's goal
  7. Equipment: 5 sets of small cones marking 2-yard wide gates scattered inside the area, multiple balls scattered around the area for quick restarts
Instructions
  1. The attacking team scores by passing through a gate to a teammate before shooting.
  2. The defending team aims to block passes through gates and restrict goal-scoring chances.
  3. Play continues with quick restarting using balls around the perimeter.
Coaching Points
  • Create and exploit space effectively
  • Maintain optimal angles and distances
  • Use dynamic movement off the ball
  • Deliver precise and timely passes
  • Select the appropriate type of pass
  • Adjust body shape for better control
  • Anticipate and read the game actively
  • Communicate consistently with teammates
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the gate size.
2. Limit the number of touches per player.
3. Add an extra defender to the field.
Make it easier:
1. Increase gate size.
2. Allow more touches per player.
3. Remove one defender from the defending team.
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