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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- - Cones
- - Bibs
- - Balls
- - Large cones
- - Balloons
Setup
- Area: 33x33 yard area marked with cones, divided into four corner zones
- Goals: One small goal centred on each of the four sides of the area
- Group: 16 players split into 4 groups of 4, each group starting at a different corner of the area
- Coach: 1 grey coach positioned centrally within the area, calling player names and holding balloons for the awareness challenge
- Equipment: 4 cone-marked 2x2 yard squares positioned directly in front of each goal, balls placed beside each square, additional cones and bibs scattered around the area for the ball mastery progression
Instructions
- Players dribble into the square, perform a turn, and shoot on goal.
- After shooting, switch roles to become the goalkeeper for the next player.
- Progress with a ball mastery skill into the square.
- For the awareness challenge, players must catch the coach's balloon when their names are called.
Coaching Points
- Execute turns like Cruyff, step-over, and inside cut.
- Dribble and turn with both feet.
- Keep your head up before shooting.
- Maintain proper turn technique.
- Be alert to the coach's cues.
- Ensure good tempo and agility.
- Practice quick footwork and sprinting.
- Enhance concentration even with distractions.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the distance between squares and goals.
2. Introduce a defender to apply pressure.
3. Require shooting with the weaker foot.
4. Add complex ball mastery skills.
Make it easier:
1. Reduce the distance between squares and goals.
2. Remove the goalkeeper role.
3. Allow simpler dribbles instead of complex turns.
4. Announce players' names earlier for reactions.
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