Football/Soccer Session (Beginner): Wave Attack SSG

Animation 1

Setup:

• Cone off a small rectangular field approximately 25x15 yds (size of field may vary based on age and skill level of players)
• Place small goals at each end
• Divide into two teams of near equal size

• Players are assigned a number so that they may keep track of who is up next. 
• Game begins with a 1v1. 
• Upon scoring, the player who scores will then gain a player creating a 2v1.
• The next team who scores then subsequently gains another player (so either 3v1 or 2v2).
• In order to score a point a team must score a goal with 3 players on the field. 
• If defense stops the offense from scoring by TWICE forcing them to miss the goal or play the ball out of bounds, field clears and start fresh with two new 1v1 players.

Offense

• Be creative and bold with the ball, take chances and "go for it"
• Change speed and direction quickly
• Attract and Release
• How can we move without the ball to create space, passing, and scoring opportunities
• Teamwork and communication from teammates on and off the field

Defense

• Defensive principles (fast-slow-side-low)
• Use body position to force attack to a less dangerous part of the field, correct foot forward 
• Defend with front foot, don't dive in
• Teamwork and communication from teammates on and off the field

Progression:

• Restrict the number of touches 

• Require a set number of passes 
• Implement a time limit