Creating better passes.
Rondo to develop the receiving skills of players between the opposition defensive lines.
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Setup:
Area: 15m x 15m
Players - 8
Balls - 5
Bibs: 2 colours
Duration: 90 sec work/30 second rest x10 blocks
The players set up with a 4 outside, one player per side of the square and then a 1 v 3 in the middle area.
Reds look to keep possession away from the Blues, if the Blues win the ball then Reds transition in to pressure the opponent.
Coaching details:
- Ensure the players keep the intensity on the inside and outside to make the Practice realistic and competitive
- Encourage the players to move the ball quicker
- Encourage the tackling of outside players
Individual detail:
- Can players move the ball away from the opponent when there is not the opportunity to play between the lines
- Can individuals play first time when under pressure from the opponent?
- Can the players out of possession make play predictable and keep the ball outside?
Progression:
- Narrow space to make passing more difficult
- Limit outside players touches
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5 v 3 Boxed Rondo (20 mins)
Setup:
Area: 15m x 15m
Players - 8
Balls - 5
Bibs: 2 colours
Duration: 90 sec work/30 second rest x10 blocks
The players set up with a 4 outside, one player per side of the square and then a 1 v 3 in the middle area.
Reds look to keep possession away from the Blues, if the Blues win the ball then Reds transition in to pressure the opponent.
Coaching details:
- Ensure the players keep the intensity on the inside and outside to make the Practice realistic and competitive
- Encourage the players to move the ball quicker
- Encourage the tackling of outside players
Individual detail:
- Can players move the ball away from the opponent when there is not the opportunity to play between the lines
- Can individuals play first time when under pressure from the opponent?
- Can the players out of possession make play predictable and keep the ball outside?
Progression:
- Narrow space to make passing more difficult
- Limit outside players touches