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Cone Target Duels

Improve teamwork and decision-making in attacking situations.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Balls
  • Cones
  • Markers for playing area
Setup
  1. Area: 15x20 yard area marked with cones
  2. Group: 2 blue attacking players start at one end of the area, level with the two ball-topped cones
  3. Neutral: 1 black defending player starts at the opposite end of the area, level with the single ball-topped cone
  4. Equipment: cones marking the 15x20 area, 2 balls balanced on cones at one end (attackers' end), 1 ball balanced on a cone at the opposite end (defender's end)
Instructions
  1. The two attackers aim to pass and move to knock the ball off the cone at the defender's end.
  2. The defender tries to intercept and attack the two cones with balls at the attackers' end.
  3. Rotate roles frequently to maintain engagement.
  4. Encourage quick play and decision-making under pressure.
Coaching Points
  • Communicate effectively with teammates.
  • Maintain proper spacing and positioning.
  • Use appropriate angles and distances to support the ball carrier.
  • Make quick and accurate decisions on and off the ball.
  • Keep your head up to scan the field.
  • Focus on quality of passes, including timing and disguise.
  • Utilize body shape to aid movement and control.
  • Be aware of passing options and choose the most effective pass.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area to increase intensity.
2. Add a time limit for attackers to score.
3. Use a smaller ball for greater control difficulty.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the playing area to allow more space.
2. Allow a neutral player to assist attackers.
3. Reduce the defender count to give attackers easier access to the cone.
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