Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Scituate soccer

Main Activity (15 mins)

Organization:

12x12x12 triangle 3v3 +1

Instructions:

Players must connect 3 passes before passing out of the gate for a goal.

Coaching Points/Questions:

-Early angles of support for the player on the ball

-Decision making of the player on the ball, when to the play forward when to change direction

Regressions/Progressions:

Blue Goal 2 points

Red Goal 2 points

3rd Goal 1 Point

Match (25 mins)

Organization: 8v8 48 x 55 , play to big goals as shown. FIFA Rules

Instructions: Emphasis on quick ball movement, in to out, out to in with focus on progressing towards goal. Clinical in finishing moments

Coaching Points/Questions: Team shape & players movements to create space/passing lanes to break opponents lines. Focus on catch & play in build up to ensure rhythm & collective progression (also puts team in good shape to counter press)

Regressions/Progressions: Add vertical zones and pass limit (3 or 4) in each zone to encourage quick ball movement playing at angles/out of pressure. Add horizontal lines and additional points for goals from ball recovery closer to opponents goal. Zones give good visual for staying connected with and without the ball (staying in the net)