Part 1: Manoeuvres
Players have 2 balls each.
Run around area dribbling both balls simultaneously for 35 seconds.
Then move both balls simultaneously from a static position as active rest for 35 seconds.
Repeat 5 times.
COACHING POINTS
Stick on ball, transition between balls quickly, identify space. Feet moving, drive into space, focus on speed.
Part 2: Connections
8 players and 3 balls in designated area.
Players with the ball dribble around the area and make a pass to players without a ball.
Players off the ball leading non-stop to offer passing option, while ball carriers drive into space and find options.
Group begins with 10 points. Score -1 for mis-trap or if the ball leaves the area
Coach times 3-mins.
COACHING POINTS
Stick on ball, head up for vision, drive into space. Focus on speed, keep feet moving, high intensity.
Part 3: Small Group Gameplay
2 v 2 Multiple goal battle.
1 player from each team starts behind the orange cones.
Coach says 'GO' and passes the ball into the playing area.
Both sets of players sprint around the blue cones to enter the game.
2 v 2 battle commences and teams can score in any goal at any time.
Battle lasts 45 seconds or until a goal is scored.
COACHING POINTS
Drive into space, head up for vision, confidence under pressure. When to eliminate/pass. Focus on speed, high intensity on and off the ball.