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Zone Turn and Score

Develop turning skills and decision-making in a controlled game scenario.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones to demarcate the 30x20 yard area
  • 2 goals, one at each end of the field
  • Soccer balls
Setup
  1. Area: 30x20 yard area divided into three equal zones (two 10x20 end zones and one 10x20 middle zone), marked with cones.
  2. Goals: One goal centred on each end line of the area.
  3. Team Red: 6 red outfield players start as attackers, 2 positioned in each end zone and 2 positioned in the middle zone.
  4. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line at the red team's end.
  5. Team Blue: 5 blue outfield players start as defenders, 1 positioned in each end zone and 3 positioned in the middle zone.
  6. Team Blue GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned on the goal line at the blue team's end.
  7. Coach: 1 grey coach positioned at the halfway line of the middle zone to play the first ball in to the red team.
  8. Equipment: Cones marking the outer 30x20 yard boundary and the two lines dividing the field into three equal zones, plus 2 goals (one on each end line) and soccer balls.
Instructions
  1. Begin with the coach playing the ball to the red team.
  2. Red team must move the ball from their goal, through the central zone, and attempt to score.
  3. Players use quick turns and passes to navigate defenders.
  4. Rotate players through different zones after each complete cycle.
  5. Encourage communication to coordinate successful transitions.
Coaching Points
  • Emphasize quick, sharp turns to evade defenders.
  • Maintain effective body positioning to protect the ball.
  • Communicate with teammates for coordinated play.
  • Adhere to assigned zones for drill integrity.
  • Seek rapid ball release after turning.
  • Employ body shields to create space.
  • Keep head up to gauge defenders and teammates.
  • Facilitate smooth ball transitions between zones.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the size of the zones to increase pressure.
2. Add an extra defender in one of the end zones.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the size of the end zones to provide more space.
2. Reduce the number of defenders in the middle zone.
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