Oisin Crean
| Name: | Oisin Crean |
|---|---|
| City: | Bradenton |
| Country: | United States of America |
| Membership: | Adult Member |
| Sport: | Football/Soccer |
Description
IMG Academy Soccer - In Possession - PSC#1 / WK#1 / #2
Team Function: Activation & Preparation (Pre Season)
Moment of Game: In Possession (Attack)
Phase of Play: Possess (Zone 2-3)
Game Concepts: Switch of Play
Game References: Central Channel with #6 or #8 (Ball), Block of 3 w/ Pressure in Front (Opponent), Lateral Options to Each Side (Teammates), Space in Wide Areas in Zone 2 (Space)
Game Actions: Verbal & Non Verbal Cues (C), Decision to Play Forward or Switch (D), Range & Variety of Pass (E)
Counter Principle: Connect - Provide Cover
Coach Considerations: Discuss (allow play to flow with occasional individual references)
Individual Influence (Primary): Center Midfielders (4-2-3-1 = #6 / #8)
Performance Outcome: # of switches through center to wide channels

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7v2+2 Rondos
7v2 Rondos to 2 x Neutral
Activity Duration
15 Minutes
Organization
- 2 x 15x15yd Boxes for Rondos with 2 x Mannequins in area between grids
- Play 7v2 in each Box with 2 x Neutrals in center to receive & play ball
- 2 x players move across to Defend on each switch
Objective
- Can introduce # of passes before ball across - 1 point per ball across
- First team to 10-15 switches win game
Progression
- Limit the touches of 'Center Mids' (Neutrals) in game (body position to receive & play)
- Adapt numbers in each Box as needed
Key Coaching Points
- Movement into gaps within Box possession (line for teammates to see)
- Use of 'Center Mids' to link play - play through or around defenders to find CM's - can challenge another CM to play within 7v2 game in Center also

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3v3+1+4 to 4 Goals
3 v 3 + 1 + 4 to 4 Goals
Activity Duration
15 Minutes
Organization
- 4 Goal Game in 30 x 30yd Area (adapt for age & stage of group)
- Set up area in Zones 2-3 for visuals of lines
- Use of those who have injuries or long distance travel as neutrals
Objective
- First team to 10 points/goals wins - use additional points if ball travels through neutral (#6) in game
- If team score, they stay on and receive the next ball from server/coach
Progression
- Team can only score once ball has been successfully switched from one side to the other first
- Changes numbers to 4v4 + 1 + 2 if needed
Key Coaching Points
- Encourage use of open player in center of game (numerical superiority)
- Reading of pressure and switch to open & possess (long range pass)
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Passing Pattern (20 mins)
Passing Patterns
Activity Duration
15 Minutes
Organization
- Include jogging, stretching and mobility work in warm up
- 2-3 x 10x15yd Boxes - 7-8 x Players in Each
Objective
- Can include point system based off rotations of ball around box (first group to 10 rotations)
Progression
- Ask players to play with non dominant foot only
- Introduce further patterns & types of pass (chipped, driven)
Key Coaching Points
- Encourage player to move off 'defender' - to side, in front, contact
- Angle of support for combination - consideration of where ball is to go