Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): U11 Girls 19.02.26

Ball Mastery (5 mins)

Ball Mastery 1min per one - emphasis on the move, head up and push players to match tempo

1. Tick tocks then on the move

2. Toe taps - on the move - forwards and backwards

3. Sole roles - slow to start then speed it up

4. Cuts / Pull push / V passes - pull back with left to right foot then push forward with right foot, grab with right foot and pull back to left foot and push out with left (V shape)

5. On the spot - scissors, then on the move couple of passes 1 or 2 scissors and keep moving

6. Change directions

7. Dribbling - any surface of your feet, sharp and match temp

GK training 15min (15 mins)

GK FOUNDATIONS — 15 MINUTE SESSION

Focus: stance, handling, footwork, basic shot-stopping

0:00–1:00 — Keeper Ready Position (1 min)

Quick reset on the most important habit.

Coaching points:

• Feet shoulder-width

• Knees slightly bent

• Hands in front, “W” shape, palms forward

• Weight on toes

• Quiet, balanced movement

Cue:
“Stay tall, stay light.”

1:00–5:00 — Basic Handling Series (4 min)

Standing 4–5m apart.

1. Straight service to hands (1 min)

• Serve soft chest-height throws

• She catches and resets

• Focus on soft hands and tidy shape

2. Low scoops (1 min)

• Roll ball to the side of her feet

• She steps into it, one knee behind, scoops clean

• Reset quickly

3. Mid-height contour catches (1 min)

• Light tosses at stomach/hip

• She “wraps” the ball, soft absorption

4. High-ball technique (1 min)

• Gentle high underarm throws

• She drives knee up slightly, catches at highest comfortable point

• Land balanced

Key cue:
“Bring the ball into your body every time.”

5:00–9:00 — Footwork + Handling Combo (4 min)

Set 2 cones 2m apart.

Movement pattern:
Side-step cone → light shuffle across → you serve the ball → she catches → plays back → repeats.

Progression:

• Round 1: chest-height catches

• Round 2: low scoops

• Round 3: mix of both

Coaching cues:

• “Move first, then handle.”

• “Small steps, stay balanced.”

9:00–12:00 — Basic Shot-Stopping (3 min)

You shoot from 8–10m. Easy, controlled pace.

Sequence:

• Shots along the ground

• Shots at torso

• Shots wide but reachable

Keep it predictable. She focuses on getting feet set before each save.

Coaching cues:

• “Set early.”

• “Two hands when you can.”

• “Push the ball away from danger.”

12:00–14:00 — Distribution Basics (2 min)

Keep it simple — accuracy over distance.

1. Bowl Roll

• Roll to your feet; she bowls it back

• Emphasis on smooth release, accuracy

2. Short pass (instep)

• Return passes using correct passing technique

Coaching cue:
“Pass like a midfielder — calm, clean, accurate.”

14:00–15:00 — Confidence Finisher (1 min)

Give her five predictable saves in a row — she should finish successful and confident.

After each save:
“Great shape.”
“Feet were perfect there.”
“Nice clean scoop.”

End with a high-five. Simple, confidence-first messaging is critical.

First Touch Into Space (20 mins)

First Touch into Space (15 mins)

Set Up:

3 lines 5m apart

3 cones in each line 5m apart

Pop up goal at the end of each line 10m from the last cone

Organisation:

Split into 3 teams, if 1 team is short the first player just goes twice

Round 1:

Player 1 in each line sprints to the last cone, turns and comes back to the middle cone

As they are approaching the middle cone the player calls for a pass from Player 2 in their line

Player 2 passes and player 1 receives the ball at the middle cone, turns and dribbles the ball around the end cone and back to their line

Round 2:

Player 1 in each line sprints to the last cone, turns and comes back to the middle cone

As they are approaching the middle cone the player calls for a pass from Player 2 in their line

Player 2 passes and player 1 receives the ball at the middle cone, turns and drives towards the end cone and shoots on the goal

Round 3:

1 point for each goal scored

Every player in the team goes twice.

Progress with Tall cone in middle of goal - it is now worth 2 points

Coaching Points:

Focus on the first touch - is it effective?

can the play take a touch and turn in the same movement?

Can the player receive their first touch and ball does not go backwards towards their line?

Is the player scanning for the goal scoring opportunity?

Progressions

Round 1 - take the first touch without the ball moving backwards to their line

Round 2 - place a tall cone in the goals, its worth 2 points



Cooldown & Reflection (5 mins)

Duration:

• Cool Down: 5 minutes

• Team Reflection / Debrief: 5–10 minutes

1. Cool Down (5 mins)

Objective: Gradually lower heart rate, promote recovery, and finish the session calmly and positively.

Activities:

• Light jogging → walking (2 mins)

• Static stretches (hamstrings, quads, calves, shoulders, arms – 3 mins)

• Deep breathing and slow walking to relax

Coaching Points:

• Emphasize slowing breathing and bringing energy levels down

• Encourage good posture and stretching technique

• Reinforce importance of recovery and taking care of their bodies

2. Team Reflection / Debrief (5–10 mins)

Objective: Encourage players to reflect on their learning, teamwork, and enjoyment from the session and the season.

Setup: Players seated in a circle (relaxed environment)

Guided Questions:

• What did you enjoy most about today’s session?

• What’s one thing you learned or improved on?

• How did we show teamwork and support for each other?

• What’s something you’re proud of this season?

• What’s one goal you have for next season?

Coaching Points:

• Foster confidence by focusing on positives and effort

• Encourage every player to speak briefly

• End on a high note – celebrate progress, effort, and teamwork