Instructions
Diagram 1. Set-Up Arrangement
Diagram 2. Sequence of Actions
Set Up
- 18 yrd area (22x20yrds required). 1 Full Size Goal.
- 2 markers (A,B) (mannequins/poles are positioned just outside the edge of the 18yrd area, with two feeder positions on the end lines just inside the 6yrd area. The sequence starts with service from the end line and alternates sides.
- The feeder drives the ball into position 'A' where it is set across to position 'B' to finish on goal. Alternate service to the opposite side.
- Following each bout the two active players switch sides. (The feeders remain in position on the end line).
- After a 4 minute work period (or as desired by the coach) the feeders switch roles with one set of active finishers.
Coaching Points
- Timing of the run onto the ball.
- Allowing the ball to come into stride.
- Plant foot toe pointing at the target.
- Assess the gks positioning.
- Decision on the type of shot to be performed.
- Arms should be used to maintain balance.
- Maintaining head over the ball when striking.
- Instep finish pushing the ball into a corner.
- Weight is transferred from the non-kicking foot
to landing on the striking foot.
- Attitude to finish on each repetition.
- Eyes should be on the ball.
- Striking the ball as it is dropping.
Progressions
Diagram 3. Progression with extra central layoff player
- Outside the 18yrd area Shots only.
- Initial pass is aerial.
- Addition of a centre forward to lay off/overlap. (Refer to Diagram 3)
Age: 12+ yrs
Intensity: Medium/High
Time: 20 mins
Positions: 7,8,9,10,11
Players: 7+
Area: 22x20 yrd