Player hand out: Possession and Transition

Player Handout: Possession and Transition Game

Focus: Being smart and creative when your team wins or loses the ball.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to attack quickly when you win the ball — look forward fast!

• How to recover and defend together when you lose it — sprint back, get organised.

• How to use neutral players to keep possession and build attacks.

• How to make quick, clever decisions — know when to pass, dribble, or shoot.

• How to move off the ball to help teammates and create space.

Key Tips:

• “React first — attack or defend fast.”

• “Win it, use it, move!”

• “Play forward when you can, keep it when you can’t.”

• “Help your teammates by always being an option.”

Weekly Challenge:
Can you help your team win the ball and start three quick counter-attacks in one session?
Focus on reacting instantly and choosing the best option each time.

Remember:
Top players think quickly, move quickly, and work together. Every transition is a chance to show your awareness, energy, and creativity. Stay sharp, stay brave, and make your team unstoppable!