Switching play is key to this game, look for players taking the opportunity to switch.

Pass into the end zone must be the right weight and direction to make it easier for players to receive the ball. Players should be trying to make diagonal passes as they are more difficult to defend. If players are making bad passes get them to take an extra touch. Keep a close watch on the speed and accuracy of the short passes.

Players should be aware of the ball and not lose control over the speed of the ball. If the passes are too slow or to fast the chances of losing the ball are increased. First touch is important so that control of the ball is much easier and is not bouncing off the the players' feet.

You want to see quick short passes and players receiving and making decisions to dribble or pass. Correct players without stopping play and use breaks to make more detailed coaching advice.

Through balls used to create goal scoring opportunities

Small Sided Games
8 -12

End Zone Scrimmage

Difficulty

Written by Dave Clarke

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Split defences with accurate through balls that create goal scoring opportunities

Coaching Objectives

Scoring in this game is from a ball played through into the end zone like through pass to split a defence. Also incorporates passing, pressing, dribbling and tackling.

Drill Setup

15 Mins
11 Players
5 Bibs
40 x 30 y

What the Players Do

Play a 5v5 game but set the area up so it has 5 yard end zones across each end. Players score by receiving a pass inside the end zone and controlling the ball in that area. If the ball runs out of…

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