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To train a team in finishing techniques and shooting.
Quick combinations and 1-2's infront of goal.
Drill No: SSG22
Age: 12-Adult
No Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium
Area/Time: 1/4 Field (25mins)
Diagram 1
ORGANISATION:
Using a half field approx. 35x30yrds set up 3 zones that are distinguishable to the players (10yrds apart). Split the teams into 5vs5( 4 outfield players and a goalkeeper). If more players are available expand the playing area.
INSTRUCTIONS:
2 teams compete to try and score in the soccer goals under the restriction that the finishing player must take no more than the touches allowed for that zone. In the zone closest to the oponents goal it is strictly 1 touch finishing. Middle zone is 2 touch. The zone closest to your own goal is 3 or more touches.
A1 one plays a wall pass into A2 and step up unmarked to receive the pass back.
A1 steps up to receive the ball back.
A2 plays the 1-2.
A1 shoots on goal and is sure to take only 2 touches (i.e. one to control the ball and one to shoot).
SCORING:
Score in the regular goals normal to start.
Disignate a target number of goals (i.e. 10 to win the game)
KEY COACHING POINTS:
Attitude to take shots and score!
Create space with good runs.
Look for quick combinations.
Look for rebounds.
PROGRESSIONS:
Increase the distances of the zones. 15yrds apart.
VARIATIONS:
None.
Play 3vs3 + 1 Neutral to create more shooting opportunties.
NOTES AND OBSERVATIONS:
This game creates lots of realistic shooting and finishing opportunities under pressure and with limited touches. Encourage a fast tempo and you will have a great game.
The soccer graphics have been made with Easy Sports-Graphics (www.sports-graphics.com)
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