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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Balls
- Cones/Markers
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
- Team Red: 9 red outfield players, 3 positioned centrally for the 3v3 and 6 spaced evenly around the perimeter of the area
- Team Blue: 3 blue outfield players start centrally inside the area for the 3v3
- Equipment: Cones marking the corners of the 20x20 yard area, balls for play
Instructions
- Three central red players maintain possession, using outside reds for support.
- Aim to pass directly to the furthest outside player when possible, simulating a forward pass.
- Central players react to second balls.
- Encourage quick ball movement with minimal touches.
- If blues win possession, restart with a red player.
- Rotate roles regularly among players.
Coaching Points
- Encourage effective communication.
- Maintain optimal angles and distances for support.
- Execute a quality first touch.
- Keep head up to spot opportunities.
- Ensure dynamic movement.
- Deliver accurate passes with good timing and disguise.
- Choose appropriate passing techniques.
- Stay light on feet for quick adjustments.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area to increase pressure.
2. Increase the number of defenders to four.
3. Limit touches for central players to increase difficulty.
Make it easier:
1. Enlarge the playing area for more space.
2. Reduce the number of defenders to two.
3. Allow central players unlimited touches to encourage control.
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