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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Balls
- Cones to mark the area
Setup
- Area: 33x16 yard area (30x15m grid) divided into two equal halves, marked with cones.
- Team Red: 2 red outfield players (defenders), one positioned on the middle line and one on the back line of the far half at the start.
- Team Blue: 2 blue outfield players (attackers) start on the starting end line in possession of the ball.
- Equipment: Cones marking the outer boundary and the halfway dividing line; balls for the attacking pair.
Instructions
- Attackers advance in a 2v1 situation, aiming to bypass the first defender.
- If successful, they attempt to stop the ball at the opposite end line to score.
- If a defender gains possession, they initiate a counter, turning the exercise into a 2v2 with supporting defender joining.
- On losing possession, attackers immediately transition to defense, trying to regain the ball.
- The defending pair, upon gaining possession and crossing into the opposite half, switches roles with the attackers.
Coaching Points
- Execute dribble with laces for speed.
- Minimize touches to maintain pace; avoid breaking stride.
- Communicate constantly with your partner.
- Attack space quickly.
- Good first touch setting the ball forward.
- Keep your head up to scan for opportunities.
- Start with the furthest foot to gain immediate momentum.
- Change angles on first touch to navigate defenders.
- Be positive in exploiting developing spaces.
- Choose techniques wisely based on space and defender positions.
- Quickly identify and exploit open spaces as they arise.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Decrease playing area to intensify pressure on attackers.
2. Designate time limits for attackers to reach the opposite end.
Make it easier:
1. Add a neutral player to aid the attacking team.
2. Widen playing area to give attackers more space.
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