Transition 14 — Gamechanger

1 ball per player.

Group divided into 3 groups and starting in shaded areas.

Run around the area dribbling the ball for 35 seconds.

Coach says 'GO' and the players set up behind one of the objects and lift the ball backwards and forwards for 35 seconds.

Coach says 'GO' and the players accelerate to the next area.

Repeat 3 times, then perform exercise in the opposite direction.

Stick on the ball, head up for vision, fast hands. Keep feet moving, fluid ball movement, focus on speed.

1st player carries the ball forward, lifting over each object and front spinning around each tyre.

When the player reaches the orange cone, waiting player carries forward and continues the exercise.

While players are waiting their turn, practice lifting the ball from a static position.

Score 1 point every time players reach the orange cones.

Coach times 3-minutes.

Repeat twice as players attempt to beat their previous score.

Stick on the ball, head up for vision, identify space. Keep feet moving, focus on speed.

1st player carries ball forward, lifting over each object and then front spinning around tyre.

Then complete 3 passes with player on orange cone who leads towards.

Player receives third pass and continues the exercise.

Score 1 point every time players reach the orange cones.

Coach times 3-minutes.

Repeat twice as players attempt to beat their previous scores.

Stick on the ball, head up for vision, lead late. Keep feet moving, focus on speed.

2 v 2 into 3 v 3.

2 players from one team and 1 from other team on either side of the field.

Coach passes ball into area as 2 players from each team enter the playing area to compete 2 v 2.

Teams can score in any goal.

Battle lasts 30 seconds or until a goal is scored.

Coach then passes a second ball into the area as remaining players enter to create 3 v 3 and score in any goal.

Battles last 45 seconds or until goal is scored.

Create connections via overloads, decision making, confidence. When to eliminate/pass. Keep feet moving, high intensity on and off the ball.