Football/Soccer Session (Moderate): Box to Box Midfielder

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Name:	Chris Moorcroft
City:	Blackburn
Country:	United Kingdom
Membership:	Adult Member
Sport:	Football/Soccer

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Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Transition Sprint Circuit

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Learning Objectives

	Technical Develop sharp acceleration and deceleration skills.Improve control after sprint bursts (with or without the ball).
	Tactical Train real-match transition sprints after turnovers.Simulate chasing down or breaking away during a game.
	Physical Enhance anaerobic sprint capacity.Boost recovery between repeated high-intensity efforts.
	Psychological Build resilience under fatigue.Encourage competitive mindset during transitions.
	Social Promote team energy and communication during recovery.

Transition Sprint Circuit

This circuit develops explosive sprinting speed, quick recovery transitions, and match-realistic fitness. Players sprint, react, and recover under simulated match conditions.

Setup & Organisation

✅ Area: 40m x 40m grid (adjust depending on player age/fitness).

✅ Equipment: Cones, mini-goals (optional), balls for final sprint finish.

✅ Players: 8–16 players ideal (can adjust groups easily).

✅ Set-Up:

Place 3–4 cones in staggered positions (zig-zag or spaced apart in lines).
Final cone or line = sprint through finish line (or optional small goal to shoot).
Players start behind the first cone, triggered by a coach's call or whistle.

✅ Circuit Flow:

1️⃣ Sprint 5m to cone 1

2️⃣ Sprint 10m to cone 2

3️⃣ Sprint 15m to cone 3

4️⃣ Sprint 15m to cone 4

✅ Reps & Sets:

3–5 Sprints per set.
2–4 Sets total.
45-60 seconds rest between reps.
2-3 mins rest between sets.

Progression

✅ Add Passive Defenders

Dummy defenders players must evade at last cone.
✅ Add Ball Control:
Sprint to receive a ball, control, and then accelerate to finish line.

Key Coaching Points:

✔ Sharp change of direction at every cone.

✔ Stay low when accelerating – nose over toes.

✔ Sprint through the finish line (don’t slow before).

✔ Keep body balanced when turning sharply.

✔ Recover quickly to starting position after each sprint.

Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Box-to-Box Passing Circuit

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Learning Objectives

	Technical Improve short passing accuracy and first-touch quality.Encourage one-touch passing under pressure.
	Tactical Teach players to move intelligently to create supporting angles.Emphasise playing the way you're facing in tight areas.
	Physical Build agility and quick footwork during support movements.
	Psychological Encourage quick decision-making under intense pressure.
	Social Improve verbal and non-verbal communication between teammates.

Box-to-Box Passing Circuit

This drill focuses on quick passing, supporting angles, and ball retention under pressure in central midfield areas. It improves players' ability to combine quickly, stay compact, and create options in tight spaces.

✅ Playing Area:

Full grid divided into 3 smaller zones side by side.
Each zone approximately 10m x 10m (adjust based on player ability).

✅ Players:

3 attackers vs 1 defender in each zone (3v1 per zone).
1 ball shared between all zones (starts in one end zone).

✅ Equipment:

Cones to divide zones clearly.
1 soccer ball.

✅ Starting Rules:

End Zones = 1 or 2 touches allowed.
Central Zone = 1-touch only (encouraged).
Players in central zone must play the way they are facing (no turning).

1️⃣ Start in one End Zone with 3v1 possession.

2️⃣ Players must make 5 successful passes within the zone.

3️⃣ After completing 5 passes, pass to the next zone.

4️⃣ Central Zone = 1-touch play, no turning.

5️⃣ After completing 5 passes in Central Zone, move to opposite End Zone.

6️⃣ If possession is lost OR a mistake happens:

The player responsible becomes the new Defender.

✔ Body position open – always facing your passing options.

✔ Constant movement off the ball – always available to receive.

✔ First-touch positive and safe – secure the ball quickly.

✔ Play quickly – don't dwell on the ball in tight areas.

✔ Encourage creativity once 5 passes are achieved before moving zones.

Progressions & Variations

✅ 1. Reduce Touch Limits:

End Zones = 1-touch only after 2-3 minutes.

✅ 2. Add Additional Defenders:

Make the central zone 3v2 if players are finding it too easy.

✅ 3. Mandatory Switch:

Players must switch fields (diagonal pass) instead of linear movement after 5 passes.

✅ 4. Introduce Time Limits:

Teams must complete 5 passes within 20 seconds.

Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Stamina-Building Possession Game

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Learning Objectives

	Technical Quick passing in tight spaces.Accuracy under fatigue and chaos.
	Tactical Immediate transition from defence to attack after a goal.Regain team shape quickly after turnovers.Recognise when to slow down or speed up the tempo.
	Physical High-intensity repeated sprints (transition fitness).Endurance to survive constant play.
	Psychological Composure under pressure.Maintain communication and calmness when the game becomes frantic.
	Social Constant verbal and visual communication.Teamwork to adjust quickly to turnovers.

Stamina-Building Possession Game

This drill creates a non-stop, chaotic playing environment where players must react quickly, stay composed, and transition between attack and defence at high intensity.

Setup & Organisation

✅ Playing Area:

Standard small-sided field (~40m x 30m).
Two full-size goals or small-sided goals.

✅ Players:

5v5 (+1 Neutral Player) + 2 Permanent Goalkeepers.
Teams rotate on and off based on goals conceded.

✅ Equipment:

2 full-size or mini goals.
3 balls only (coach has control).

✅ Set-Up:

Regular 5v5(+1) scrimmage rules apply.
Neutral (+1) always plays with team in possession.
Permanent Goalkeepers stay on for the entire session.

1️⃣ Start normal 5v5(+1) play.

2️⃣ If the ball goes out, the coach immediately throws in a new ball.

3️⃣ The team who lost the ball must sprint to collect the out-of-play ball and return it to the coach.

4️⃣ If the coach runs out of balls (all 3), all players are punished (pushups, sprints, etc.).

5️⃣ If a goal is scored, the scoring team immediately retrieves the ball from the net and attacks the opposite goal without stopping.

6️⃣ Team that conceded leaves the field and completes a full sprint lap of the playing area.

7️⃣ Next team waiting on the sideline immediately enters to defend.

Key Coaching Points:

✔ Maximise use of the space – don’t get compact unless needed.

✔ Always create passing lanes and angles.

✔ Quick shape recovery when possession changes.

✔ Control the speed of play – fast in transition, slower when necessary.

✔ Stay composed under pressure – calm head wins the game.

✔ Use the Neutral (+1) smartly to always have a numbers advantage.

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