Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Dinosaur Tag - U8

Dinosaur Tag (15 mins)

Set Up: 

• Divide the players into pairs with 1 ball each. One player is a Dinosaur and 1 player is a Ranger.
• Field size 20 (L) x 20 (W).
• 4 triangles of markers.
• If 10 players make 5 triangles etc.

Action: 

• Dinosaur and Park Ranger are to dribble around triangle while the Dinosaur tries to tag Park Ranger.
• Dinosaur can change direction at any time.
• Don't leave ball behind or dribble inside triangle.
• Players to switch roles once tagged..

• The time of sets or size of the area can be adjusted to suit the needs and abilities of the players.
• Add speed with repetition.

Player Tips: 

• As Above.

Coaching Points:

• Correct running/dribbling with the ball technique.
• Small touches.
• Change direction.
• Use both feet.

Session Timing:

• Complete 3 sets of 3 minutes with a 1 minute rest in between sets.

Video:

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY6jYOza3nOOfUzadS2T3AA