Objective:

Organization

• Use the 3-a-side Micro Soccer® field.

• Widen the goals.

• All players start on goal line.

• Each player on each team is given a number.

• Coach calls out number (e.g., "Three!") and rolls the ball into play.

• The two opposing number "Three" players leave the goal line immediately and compete for possession for a maximum of 20 seconds.

• Coach keeps some balls by him and so can roll another ball into play if one is kicked out.

• Call two numbers - "One!" and "Three!" - to create 2 vs 2.

• Remaining players defend goal without using hands and they must stay within one yard of goal line. Goals only count below knee height.

• If one player fails to respond to the number, a penalty - a free shot at open goal from half-way line - is called to keep players on their toes and make it fun.

 

Teaching

• If organization is working, let them play, enjoy the game and learn by trial and error.

• Encourage attackers to take on opponents and Go for the Goal!

• Defenders should stay on their feet as long as possible, rather than slide-tackling.

• Defenders must try to run back and recover even when beaten.

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Progressions

• Two players coming out from each team encourages communication.

• One must go to the ball while the other takes up a supporting position.

• This, of course, all changes when the ball is passed.

• The 2 vs. 2 attacking and defending situations are the basis of team play.