Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): U10s Passing session 3 (with possession emphasis)

Technical Practice (15 mins)

Refresh on passing mechanics

Pass back and forth between partner. Player in the middle needs to have close control and needs to check over shoulder to ensure they don't collide.

Progression - receive the ball through gate, touch takes the ball to side of gate and pass back

Challenge - how many passes can you make in a minute

SSG (30 mins)

Activity

1. 4v4 Small-Sided Game with 2 small goals (10 mins)

- 2 defenders 2 attackers

- Begin with Free Play, add progressions to challenge players in the objective of Possession, end with Free Play

- Score on small goal = 1 point

(Positional Rotation, Principle of Specialization)

- Work to Rest Ratio 7:1

Progressions:

- Complete minimum 8 passes  = 2 points

- Increase passing points to 3 points to encourage possession strategy

Organisation

28m x 20m area size

Divide players in teams of 4

Demonstrate each exercise/movement. Correct improper technique and biomechanics. Provide proper feedback. Maintain high number of precise repetitions on both feet.

Equipment

Cones, bibs, balls, small goals

Coaching Points

1. Proper Technical Execution

2. Encourage Creative Expression

3. Speed of Play

4. Angle of Support

5. Body Position & Decision-Making

6. Proper Positioning in Possession