SMCHS Boys Soccer Practice Sessions

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SMCHS SOCCER

2013-2014 Season

BOYS FROSH/SOPH

Practice Sessions


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SM Catholic HS FROSH/SOPH Boys Soccer - 2013-2014

WEEK DAY GAME Theme

MON NTTUE NT

Nov 4- WED NT

Nov 9 THR NT

FRI NTMON 01-ENDZONE-Games

1 TUE NT DAY-OFFNov 11- WED 02-Improve Passing Rhythm & PossessionNov 15 THR TEAM PIC 03-Defending w/2 center-backs

FRI NT DAY-OFFMON 04-Defending in defending 1/3

2 TUE NT DAY-OFFNov 18- WED 05-Finishing ART - INov 22 THR 06-FBT:433-Playing out of the back

FRI NT DAY-OFFMON 07-FBT:433-Midfielders

3 TUE 08-FBT:433-WingersNov 25- WED NT HOLIDAY Nov 29 THR NT HOLIDAY

FRI NT HOLIDAY MON 09-FBT:433-Forwards

4 TUE 10-Speed of Play Dec 2- WED 11-Mids to get forward to att acking 1/3Dec 6 THR 12-442-line-training

FRICentury4:00PM N/A GAME DAY

SATMON 13-Improve possession to penetrate

5 TUE 14-Playing in attacking 1/3

Dec 9- WEDTesoro

3:00PM N/A GAME DAY

Dec 14 THR 15-Attacking in central areasFRI 16-Defending flank areasSAT 17-Sw itching the point of attack MON 18-Forwards Runs

6 TUE 19-Offside-Tactics

Dec 16- WEDSan Juan Hills4:30PM N/A GAME DAY

Dec 21 THR

FRI Trabuco3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

SAT CAPO CUP N/A GAME DAY MON CAPO CUP N/A GAME DAY

7 TUE NT HOLIDAY Dec 23- WED NT HOLIDAY Dec 28 THR TRABUCO CUP N/A GAME DAY

FRI TRABUCO CUP N/A GAME DAY SAT TRABUCO CUP N/A GAME DAY


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SM Catholic HS FROSH/SOPH Boys Soccer - 2013-2014

WEEK DAY Theme

MON NT HOLIDAY 8 TUE NT HOLIDAY

Dec 30- WED NT HOLIDAY Jan 3 THR NT HOLIDAY

FRI NT HOLIDAY MON 20-FBT:433-Playing out of t he back

9 TUE 21-FBT:433-Midfielders

Jan 6- WEDMater Dei

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

Jan 10 THR 22-FBT:433-Playing out of t he back

FRIServite

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

MON 23-FBT:433-Midfielders

10 TUE 24-FBT:433-Wingers

Jan 13- WEDMater Dei

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY Jan 17 THR 25-FBT:433-Forwards

FRIJ Serra

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

MON 26-Pressing

11 TUE 27-Attacking flank areas Jan 20- WED 28-Playing out of the back Jan 24 THR 29-Finishing-ART II

FRISt J. Bosco

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

MON 30-Ful lbacks overlap & cross

12 TUE 31-Zonal Defending

Jan 27- WEDMater Dei

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY Feb 1 THR 32-Mids pressure, cover & balance

FRI 33-Playing into Negative SpaceSAT 34-Counter-Attack MON 35-Defending in mid 1/3

13 TUE 36-Forw ards-Midfielders Bunker

Feb 3- WEDServite

6:15PM N/A GAME DAY

Feb 7 THR 37-Playing in attacking 1/3

FRIMater Dei

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

MONJ Serra

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

14 TUE 38-Forwards Combine & Shoot

Feb 11- WEDSt J. Bosco

3:15PM N/A GAME DAY

Feb 15 THRFRI


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THEME: WARM-UP SESSION 0 SMCHS SOCCERDYNAMIC SPEED WARM-UP

DYNAMIC SPEED WARMUP0:00 (CHAN): WARM-UP

1. Jogging2. High Knees3. Butt Kicks4. Sliders Forward5. Sliders Backwards6. High Knees, Butt Kicks (1-2-31-2-3)7. Side-Shuffle facing inside (swing arms)8. Skipping, arms swinging forward9. Skipping, arms swinging backward10. Skipping, high knees & across11. Kareoke high trailing knee stride12. Sliders Forward swinging the foot inside13. Sprints 3 sets

DYNAMIC MUSCLE WARM-UPDYNAMIC MUSCLE WARMUP0:05 (CHAN): WARM-UP

1. Open the gate2. Close the gate3. Toe up/Reach down4. Kicks Across Body5. High Kicks

6.

High Heels7. Forward Lunges with body rotation8. Lateral Lunges

9. Backward Lunges10. Knee Grabs11. Spidermans12. Inch Worms

STRECHINGSTRETCHING OUT THE LINE0:10 (CHAN): WARM-UP

1. Step forward one foot landing2. Swing inside of foot3. Hiesmans4. Partner Swinging legs5. Russian Hamstring6. Leg stretch: side, back, fore

7. Single Leg Squats8. Face up leg across body9. Scorpions10. Butterflies11. Hollywoods12. Free Time

PLYOMETRICSPLYOMETRICS

0:15 (CHAN): WARM-UP1. Bunny Hops2. Squat Jumps3. In-N-Outs4. Quick Feet forward5. Slalom shuffling run6. Facing: both feet in, both feet out7. Facing: Scissors8. Facing: Hurdles9. Facing away: Hurdles10. Right foot only11. Left foot only12. RT foot only HALF way, LT the rest13. Facing back: in-n-outs14. Facing back: shuffling

15.

Facing back: quick feet16. 2-High Knees17. Header right, header left18. 2 steps forward, 1 back19. Sprint to last row cone, back & full sprint20. Lateral hops through cones

21.

Drunk walk (cross-legged)22. Jumping Jacks

Jon Bianco USSF National A License NSCAA Advanced and National Diplomas


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THEME: WARM-UP SESSION 0 SMCHS SOCCERSKILL CIRCUIT

SKILL CIRCUIT0:25 (CHAN): WARM-UP

2 PLAYERS / 1 BALL AT NARROW END

1. Dribble2. Skill in the middle3. Give & Goes4. 2-touch passing5. Chip passes passer stands momentarily

in the middle on his way to opposite line6. Volleys (right foot, then left)7. Chest traps down to foot & pass8. Knee traps (right foot, then left)9. 1-touch passing (rotate CW, then CCW)10. Headers (back high then back low)

5x10 CHANNELS ( CHAN )

COERVER SKILLSSKILL CIRCUIT0:25 (10x10 DIAMOND): WARM-UP

PROGRATION

Post an extra player at each flag to exercisegraduated pressure on the dribbler.

After pressuring the ball, player moves to wheredribbler started from. Dribbler stays at flagafter delivering pass to opposite cone to act asdefender on the next dribbler.

2 PLAYERS / 1 BALL AT EACH END

Moves start CW (then switch CCW)Players dribble towards the flag (representinga defender) and perform the move. Pass tonext player in line after going past the flag.

1. Split the flag2. Pullbacks, step-over with 180 turn3. Step-over, outside cut and pass4. Rolls, inside cut and pass5. Scissors, pull-back and pass6. Body flicks/ Hook Turn7. Cruyffs

BOCA JRS SKILL CIRCUITSKILL CIRCUIT0:25 (20x20 GRID): WARM-UP

8 PLAYERS (MIN)/ 4 BALLS

Moves start CW (then switch CCW)Players dribble towards flag in front of them,perform the move and work around the flagin the indicated flow (CW or CCW) thendeliver a pass to next player on the cone

1. Split the flag2. V cuts3. Step-overs4. Scissors5. Cruyffs

DOUBLE-SQUARE LAYOUT

GRID with FLAGS in the center setabout 2 yards apart

IN & OUTS TO 3v3 KEEP-AWAYSKILL CIRCUIT0:25 (20x20 GRID): WARM-UP

NOTE : vary the size of the grid according toplayers technical abilities.

COACHING POINTS:1. Quick transitions2. Positive 1st touch from bumper3. Trailing player positioning to Rx

10 PLAYERS (MIN)/ 2 BALLS (2 teams)

Players around the perimeter 1 of each color1 or 2 players of each color inside the GRID w/a ball each

1. Dribble to perimeter and pass toteammate exchanging places (IN/OUT)

2. Inbound players cannot play the sameperimeter and perform a skill in thecenter (stops and starts, changes of speed/direction)

PROG#1 : 2 players / 1 ball each colorplayer without ball supports to Rx next pass from bumper

PROG#2 : 2v2 (3v3) with 1 ball in the middle. Team in possession plays IN/OUT defenders attempt regain ofpossession to dynamically switch roles



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THEME: PRE-MATCH WARM-UP SESSION 0 SMCHS SOCCERDYNAMIC SPEED WARM-UP

DYNAMIC SPEED WARMUP0:00 (CHAN): WARM-UP

AS DEFINED IN PREVIOUS PAGES

DYNAMIC MUSCLE WARM-UPDYNAMIC MUSCLE WARMUP0:05 (CHAN): WARM-UP


STRECHINGSTRETCHING OUT THE LINE0:10 (CHAN): WARM-UP


SKILL CIRCUITSKILL CIRCUIT0:15 (CHAN): WARM-UP

2 PLAYERS / 1 BALL AT NARROW END

1. Dribble2. Skill in the middle3. Give & Goes4. 2-touch passing5. Chip passes passer stands momentarily

in the middle on his way to opposite line6. Volleys (right foot, then left)7. Chest traps down to foot & pass8. Knee traps (right foot, then left)9. 1-touch passing (rotate CW, then CCW)10. Headers (back high then back low)

5x10 CHANNELS ( CHAN )

4+3 v 4 KEEP-AWAYSKILL CIRCUIT0:20 (20x40 GRID): KEEP-AWAY

COACHING POINTS:1. Create a passing rhythm2. Crisp passes3. Game-ready mentality

NOTE: remaining players in a 4+1 v 4 keep-away in 20x20 GRID. GKs warm-up with GKcoach or on their own.

11 PLAYERS (STARTERS)/ 1 BALL4+3 v 4 KEEP-AWAY

1. YELLOW players are CD, CM, CF2. 4 BLUES support 3 YELLOWS to

maintain possession3. 4 REDS work together to regain

possession4. On regaining possession, REDS andBLUES switch roles on the fly.

PHASE OF PLAYPHASE OF PLAY0:30 (HALF FIELD)

COACHING POINTS:1. Attackers: create goal scoring

opportunities2. Attackers: keep possession and work

together to regain possession if ball islost

3. Defenders: organization to regainpossession4. Defenders: communication and

linkage with goalkeeper5. Defenders: goalkeeper organization of

the backline

4 V 3 + GK / 1 BALL

1. Attackers work on patterns to createscoring opportunities

2. CM feeds a pass to CF who returns ballback to CM

3. CM can now pass to either OM ordribble through the middle to force

defenders to commit

NOTE : when defenders regain possession,they attempt to move the ball forward andplay it back to coach on the half line defenders should not just boot the ball, butmove the ball out of the area undercomposure.

PROG#1 : add attacking CM and defendingHM to defend the central attacking area.

PROG#2 : change starting position to a goalkick and work on playing out of the back.



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THEME: END ZONE GAMES SESSION 1 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): WARM-UPSKILL CIRCUIT 10-15 Movements & Stretching

RONDOS

0:10 (10x10): RONDOS ORGANIZATION

3v2 - RONDOS1. Defenders: first-in, first-out

ACTIVITY 10:10 (44x30): RECEIVING & SPACE

COACHING POINTS:1. Keeping play at pace2. Moving

ORGANIZATION6P /2 B Receiving and Moving2. Netball rules3. Rugby rules4. Short-Short-Long passing sequence

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (44x30): END ZONE GAME

COACHING POINTS:

1. Timing of runs2. Time/Accuracy of pass3. Transition from defense/attack

ORGANIZATION6 v 6, 1 BALL

1. ENDZONE is offside2. Neither team defends ENDZONES3. Use own ENDZONE to keep possession4. Score with pass from teammate or dibble into zone

OBJECTIVE: penetrate ENZONE with dribble or pass.

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (44x30): MARKING END ZONE

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of penetrating run2. Losing marker3. Marking, Tracking & Positioning to

intercept passes

ORGANIZATION6 v 6, 1 BALL

1. As previous exercise2. Players are assigned one opponent that must

defend only3. Each team has a free player who must stay in their

defending half4. This player can help with the attack

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:10 (44x50): ENDZONE SOCCER

COACHING POINTS:1. Attitude to beat players on the dribble2. Timing, Accuracy, Pace of PASS3. Timing, Type & Placement of RUNS4. TECH/TACT to beat GK on

breakaways.

ORGANIZATION7 v 7 + 2-GKS ENZONE SOCCER

1. Ball must be passed to ENZONE before a goalcan be scored.

2. Dribbling into ENZONE allowed

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH)

COACHING POINTS:1. As previous activity2. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged3. Timing, Accuracy, Pace

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Technical/Tactical application of throughpasses.

Jon Bianco - USSF National A License


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THEME: PASSING RHYTHM AND POSSESSION SESSION 2 SMCHS SOCCETechnical Warm-Up

WARM-UP0:00 (10x10): CORVER SKILLS1. INSIDE-OUTSIDE (R-only, L-only)2. Bobbing (bells)3. Toe touches going forward (L/R)

ORGANIZATION GROUPS of 3/ each player with a ball4. Dribble backwards (R-only, L-only)5. Dribble backwards R/L6. Sideways dribble (R-only, L-only)

7. Slalom (chopping the ball across)8. Pull it back with L, push it forward with R

then pull it back with R, push it with L 9. Pull it(across body) push it forward with same foot10. Slalom with two outside touches11. Pull it push twice12. Slap across going forward with both feet

ACTIVITY 10:15 (15x15 DIAMOND): PASSING

COACHING POINTS:1. Body positioning: sideways on2. Timing of check3. Play out quickly and MOVE!4. Clean & crispy balls: RHYTHM

ORGANIZATION

5 Players per GRID, 1 BALL1. X2 checks away at an angle & looks over shoulder2. X1 plays him a ball3. X2 opens up and plays to X34. X3 backpedals to open-up & receive5. Pass and move

ACTIVITY 20:30 (40x30): IN & OUTS to 3v3 keep-away

COACHING POINTS:

1. Quick transitions2. Positive 1st touch from bumper3. Trailing player positioning to Rx

ORGANIZATIONNOTE: have same # of players in & out grid1. Players inside grid perform a move and pass to bumper to

exchange positions with

2. PROG#1 : 2 players / 1 ball each colorplayer without ball supports to Rx next pass from bumper3. PROG#2 :2v2 (3v3) with 1 ball in the middle.

Team in possession plays IN/OUT

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (44x30): Multi-goal GAME

COACHING POINTS:1. Movement2. Anticipation3. Changing the play from congested zones.

ORGANIZATIONSetup Players in team+1 # of goals

1. Teams score by passing through any of thegates setup in the grid

2. May be able to score with a dribble thru gate

OBJECTIVE: short-short-long passing rhythm

Extended Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (44x60): BUMPERS game

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of passes and final pass, setting up

one another for good shots on target.2. Follow through on the strike.3. Attitude to create & execute finishing

opportunities

ORGANIZATION(44x60) 5+4 v 5+4; 2 GK

1) 5v5 inside grid with unlimited touches2) Perimeter players limited to 2 touches3) Players behind goals have 1 touch only4) Team scored on switches with their outside

players

HIGHLITE: Individual Finishing

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF-FIELD)

COACHING POINTS:

1. Find space for penetration2. What supporting shape are we keeping?3. What attacking shape are we creating?

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 EMPHASIS:Possession and connection between the lines.

FOCUS:

Short-short-long possession rhythm.

3-4-2 VS 4-3-2



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THEME: DEFENDING W/2 CENTERBACKS SESSION 3 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up with ball MovementROLLS, BELLS, DRIBBBLE CUTS

IN & OUTS SKILL CIRCUITChanges of Speed / Direction

RONDOS


4v1 - RONDOS1. 3 passes to transition to next grid

ACTIVITY 10:15 (40x30 GRID): CONTROL

COACHING POINTS:1. First touch out of feet2. Few touches to ball long strides3. Head up before passing4. Quality pass to next player in line

ORGANIZATION

2 players 1 ball

1. Pass and stretch2. Volleys inside cone: slide body3. Volleys shuffle to left, then right4. Chest to volley5. Header touch ball shift R/L

ACTIVITY 20:25 (50x40): PASSING in TEAMS

COACHING POINTS:1. As before and SHIELDING2. Dont give up on the ball3. Dont stand still

ORGANIZATION2 TEAMS passing 1 TEAM defending

1. A and B teams keep-away from C team2. Defenders score to PUGGS on take-away3. 10 PASSES=1PT

NO TACKLING: intercept passes only.

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30: 35 (30x40): 4v4 GAME

COACHING POINTS:1. Body shape: defending side-on2. Proper support: angle and distance3. Communication

4. Decision to pressure/delay

ORGANIZATION

4 v 4+GK

1. Defense: 4 backs2. Offense: 3 MIDS, 1 FWD

Defenders play to either goal if ball won

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (40x25): BACK-MID Transition

COACHING POINTS:1. Line of confrontation2. When to step hard (pressure)3. When to drop-off (crosses)4. Connectedness with MIDS5. Making play predictable6. Proper handing-off of attackers

ORGANIZATION

5 v 6+GK with 2 TARGETS

1. Defense: 4-2-02. Offense: 0-3-2

Defenders play to either target if ball won

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Make play predictable2. Covering defender pushes attacker3. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Center fullbacks coordinate defending



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THEME: DEFENDING in DEFENDING THIRD SESSION 4 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up with ball Movement

2 Players partner-up to press, cover cone Switching roles: 1st defender declares Igo when pressing

RONDOS0:10 (10x10x4): RONDOS

ORGANIZATION1+2-N v 1 - RONDOS

1. Neutrals stay for 2 minutes

2. 5-passes and switch grid: Ns follow the ball

ACTIVITY 10:15 (20x20 GRID): PASSING

COACHING POINTS:1. Turn hips to play in direction2. Good pace/weight on ball

VAR: takeovers with diagonal runs-leave ball at firstcone and run across the other cone to pass that ball.

ORGANIZATION1. Setup a 10x10 INNER GRID2. Players on outside cones3. Dribble to INNER cone and turn

VAR : use left foot only4. Dribble and stop ball on INNER cone. Move

CCW to next cone and pass to next player

ACTIVITY 20:25 (40x40): 1v1 4 goals

COACHING POINTS:1. First-touch2. Change of Speed3. Attacking the front foot

ORGANIZATION

1. P1 starts with pass across P22. P2 dribbles up to score on P1s goal3. P1 attempts closing in and tackling ball

away

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30: 30 (20x20): HORNETS GAME

COACHING POINTS:1. Awareness & Decision Making2. Accuracy of Pass3. Communication

4. Defending side-on

ORGANIZATION3 GROUPS of 3 players

1. 1 team plays 3 passes before switching ball to othergrid

2. Defending team sends 1 player at a time3. When defenders win it, they play it also to another

gird. Players losing ball become defenders

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 40:55 (FULL): DEFENDING IN DEF 1/3

COACHING POINTS:1. Quick pressure on the ball 2. Intercept & know where to play it 3. Organization when attackers are on

ORGANIZATION3 Teams of 5 Players Each + GK

Play 5v2, 5v3

1. TEAMS in outside grid play 10-pass keep-away andtransition to score on goal.

2. 2 defenders steps in to win ball. If they win it, playto targets

ADD: additional defender to 5v3. ADD: holding MID starting from middle when defense wins possession to score on targets. ADD: attacker from OPP grid to pressure MID.

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Make play predictable2. Covering defender pushes attacker3. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged4. Find outlets to play ball out

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Center fullbacks coordinate defending



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THEME: ART OF FINISHING I SESSION 5 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

ACTIVITY 10:00 (30x40): Warm-up with ball Movement

Start with balls in pitch & all field players working on movement and approaching a ballto practice technique. GK calls for a shot.

Then transition into 1v1 shooting exercise.

ORGANIZATION

( 30x40 ) - 2 groups of 8; 2-GKS

1) Revue shooting technique:a) ball-peek-ballb) hop & loadc) hips in direction of shotd) looking down at the ball to strike in middle;e) follow thru with landing foot & head down

ACTIVITY 20:10 (40x44): Finish Activity COACHING POINTS:

ART of Finishing=Attitude, Repetitions & Technique

1) Players must look to shoot.2) Do they look immediately to goal?3) Quality of FIRST touch

ORGANIZATION

( 40x44 ) - 2 groups of 8; 2-GKS

1) Coach plays ball in middle2) 1 player from each position joins for 3v33) 5-touch maximum to finish

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:35 (44x60): Individual Finishing

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of passes and final pass, setting up

one another for good shots on target.2. Follow through on the strike.3. Attitude to create & execute finishing

opportunities

ORGANIZATION(44x60) 5+4 v 5+4, 2-GK

1) 5v5 inside grid with unlimited touches2) Perimeter players limited to 2 touches3) Players behind goals have 1 touch only4) Team scored on switches with their outside

players

HIGHLITE: Individual Finishing

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (44x80): Finishing as a Team

COACHING POINTS:1. Can the attacking team finish their shots?2. Are they looking to shoot?3. Executing the final pass before the shot.

Quick shots off of transition.

ORGANIZATION(44x80) 6+2 v 6+2; 2-N; 2-GK

1) Perimeter players play 1-touch2) Players behind goals chip balls to their

teammates they can play to NEUTRALS as well

HIGHLITE: Team Finishing

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (3/4 PITCH)

COACHING POINTS:1. Create finish opportunities for self or

teammates2. Urgency to execute on opportunities3. Goals as end-product

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach attackers to finish at pace.



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THEME: 4-3-3 PLAYING OUT OF THE BACK SESSION 6 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY0:00 (CHAN): WARM-UP

SKILL CIRCUIT 10-15 Movements & Stretching

ACTIVITY 10:10 (20x10): Passing Patterns

COACHING POINTS:1. Targets quality of pass2. Worker quality of reception3. Worker quality of pass

ORGANIZATION4P / 2B in 20x10 Area1. Pattern 1: play-in, play-back2. Pattern 2: play-in, open up body to play

opposite target

note: workers switch across prior to receiving ball

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (30x15): PLAYING OUT

COACHING POINTS:1. Spreading out whilst in possession2. Shape of the 4 players3. Placement of the passes

ORGANIZATION

4v1 Playing out of the back keep-away

1. 4 players keep away v 1and attempt to score bydribbling with the ball on the opposite line

2. Restriction 1: every player must touch the ball priorto scoring

3. Restriction 2: 1 touch max.

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (30x30): PLAYING OUT

COACHING POINTS:1. Angles of support2. Receive with open body stance3. Playing with head up

ORGANIZATION4v2/4v2 - Progression

1. As play develops from the back, one of the playersin possession dribbles/pass and joins teammate inopponents grid to attempt to score

2. On loss of possession, extra player drops off toassigned grid

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 4

1:10 (44x50): PLAYING OUT COACHING POINTS:1. GK type of service2. Body positioning: sideways on3. Anticipate next touch4. Read the pressure

ORGANIZATION

Developing Playing out of the Back

1. GK two options from CBs2. FBs options3. HM options: playing in the diagonal

Introduce gradual pressure:-to CBs

-to HM

-to Outside backs

GAME

GAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH)

COACHING POINTS:1. Open body stance to receive passes2. How to play through defending 1/33. Communication

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination from the GK, back four andHM to develop play from the back



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THEME: 4-3-3 MIDFIELDERS SESSION 7 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY


RONDOS


4+1 v 2 - RONDOS1. 3 passes to transition to next grid

ACTIVITY 10:10 (20x15): QUAD-TRIS

COACHING POINTS:1. Open body stance2. Play with head up3. Sharp passing

ORGANIZATIONPassing Sequence min of 5 players2. Pass and RUN to the middle of rectangle3. A defender can be added to introduce

graduated pressure

ACTIVITY 20:20 (MID): PASSING PATTERN I

COACHING POINTS:1. Sharp passes2. Movement off the ball3. Diagonal connections

ORGANIZATIONMID 1/3 of field, full width, about 35 yards long, plus 10yard target zone

1. Passing & Moving pattern2. Keep the ball on the ground3. Play with open body stance

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 40:35 (MID): FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of passes2. Timing of runs

3.

Read target body shape

ORGANIZATION As previous setup

1. 2 defenders added2. One MID makes penetrating run to complete

passing sequence3. Defenders play into targets to score

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 40:50 (MID): FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Checking runs to connect2. Timing of runs

ORGANIZATION4v3 to 1v1+GK

1. Defenders play into targets to score2. Target pushes up as high as possible3. 1v1 initially

Progression: allow MID to make penetrating run for a 2v1


COACHING POINTS:1. In possession2. Movement off/on the ball3. Head on a swivel

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination from the MIDS to developscoring opportunities



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THEME: 4-3-3 WINGERS SESSION 8 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY


ACTIVITY 10:10 (20x20): KEEPAWAY

COACHING POINTS:

1. Rapid changes of direction2. Make good passes3. Decision Making and attitude to

maintain possession

ORGANIZATION2v2 in active grid1. 3 passes before a switch is made to next grid2. 2v2 in a given grid3. Ball can be switched to any grid but the

player ratio needs to be maintained

ACTIVITY 20:20 (40x60): 8v8 BOX Game

COACHING POINTS:1. Good Decision Making2. Combination play3. Passes into space to stretch defense

4.

Recognize earliest penetration w/olosing possession5. Create width, depth & mobility

ORGANIZATION

1. 1PT for passing to team mate whoreceives under control in any of the fourboxes.

2. Pass must come from outside the box3. Receiver must be outside the box when

pass was played.4. Final passer cannot be also the receiver

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (HALF): WINGER movements

COACHING POINTS:1. Winger sideways on position2. Creating space in front or behind3. Decision to penetrate with dribble or pass

ORGANIZATION

4v3+GK and Server/Target NO-PLAY zone

1. Play starts from target to BLUE2. Develop play through the WING player3. Defenders play to target for a point

Progression: switch no-play zones.

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:10 (HALF): Switching PoA

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of the ball & Movement2. Attacking sideline3. Quality of crosses4. Early crosses to get behind retreating

defense.

ORGANIZATION4+T v 4+GK, +2T NO PRESS ZONE

1. Find the winger who can dribble into ZONE2. Winger looks for a cross into runners3. Runners criss-cross their runs to confuse defenders

Progression: remove ZONES and add a DEFENDING HM


COACHING POINTS:1. Attacking down the line2. Timing of crosses3. Runs to support crosses

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination from WINGERS to developscoring opportunities



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THEME: 4-3-3 FORWARDS SESSION 9 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up



ACTIVITY 10:10 (10x20): Y-Passing Pattern

COACHING POINTS:1. Sharp passes

2. Quality execution

ORGANIZATION5P/1B Y-Passing Pattern1. Start with 1-2 and spin-off2. Proceed to 1-2 on top of Y3. Receiver spins out to receive4. And dribbles back to starting position

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (HALF): Y-Passing to Goal

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of runs2. Time/Accuracy of pass3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION

4v3+GK Y-Passing to Goal NO PLAY ZONE

1. As in previous activity, now going to goal2. Start with shadow pressure only3. Increase defensive pressure gradually

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (44x30): 4V4+4

COACHING POINTS:1. Combination play2. Change of pace in the game3. Attitude to finish

ORGANIZATION

4+4T v 4+4T in Penalty box

1. Half-court basketball rules apply2. Can only use their own color bumpers3. Two minute games

Progression: use IN/OUT rules when defenders regain ball

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:10 (HALF) FINISHING PATTERN

COACHING POINTS:1. Using patterns to create space2. Penetration3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION

4 v 4+GK Finishing Exercise

1. CB plays wall pass to HM2. CB plays to WINGER3. Winger dribbles down the wing for a cross4. AM makes far post run5. HM makes near post run6. CB makes center of the field run

Progression: add 2 pressing CBs, 1 HM, etc

ACTIVITY 41:25 (HALF): Finding the Front Runners

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of the ball & Movement2. Attacking sideline3. Quality of crosses4. Early crosses to get behind retreating defense.

ORGANIZATION4 v 4+GK, +2T NO PRESS ZONE




COACHING POINTS:1. Focus and Intensity2. Attitude to retain possession & regain

the ball if lost

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2FOCUS:

Coordination with forwards on the attack toproduce goal-scoring opportunities.

Spin off after 1-2

1-2 & spin out



16/57

THEME: SPEED OF PLAY SESSION 10 SMCHS SOCCER

W ARM -UP

(UNRESTRICTED ) - 18 players, 2 GKS

1. 2P/1B Pass and Move2. Change Direction3. Change Speed

Coaching Points

1. Crisp passes2. Communicate with your body movement3. short, short, long passing patterns

PHASE I

(60x30) 6+2T v 6+2T1. Game is bi-directional2. Score by connecting both ends with pass3. Bumpers are played-in when teammate passes

VAR: 2-touches, MUST have 2-touches, etc.

Coaching Points

1. Turn to face direction you want to play2. Pace of the game3. Attacking Shape4. Tactical positions5. Circulation: dont let the ball die on the grass

PHASE II

(40x44) - 8v8 +2GK

1. Players inside marked area play 2-touch2. Unlimited touches on the flank

Coaching Points

1. As above2. Pressure the ball as a unit when possession is

lost3. Communicate

G AME 4-4-2 V 4-4-2

T ASK ORIENTATION :

1. D OWN A GOAL LATE IN THE GAME 2. DOWN A GOAL , MAN-UP (11 V10)3. UP A GOAL , MAN-DOWN (10 V11)4. ONE TEAM PLAYS POSSESSION ONLY :

10 P ASSES =1PT

Coaching Points

1. Attacking shape when in possession2. Proper body position on the attack3. When possession is lost, pressure the ball4. Specific technique: bending passes, playing to

the foot away from the defender, a long drivenpass to break pressure.

5. Constant tactical awareness of the shape of thegame.

11v11 GAME FORMATION : 4-4-2 V 4-4-2 CM: Forward pass that beats opposition

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THEME: MIDS TO ATTACKING THIRD SESSION 11 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY0:00 (40x20): Warm-up with ball Movement

Stops & StartsIN & OUTS SKILL CIRCUITChanges of Speed / Direction





ACTIVITY 10:15 (10x10): Receiving to TURN

COACHING POINTS:1. Receiver looks R/L before turning2. Quality touches to ball finesse3. Awareness4. Communication

ORGANIZATION3 PLAYERS / 1 BALL1. OUTSIDE players remain static:2. Receiver looks before turning the ball

OUTSIDE players receive across:3. Move to far cone as soon as receiver gets ball4. First touch takes OUTSIDE player to

opposite cone WHICH foot to use whenpassing?

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 20:20 (30x20): SWITCH POINT OF ATTACK

COACHING POINTS:1. Play the way you are facing2. Offensive players must show for ball3. Limit to 2-touch4. Up-Down-Through passing pattern

ORGANIZATION

5v3 in GRID

1. WHITE seven passes = 1 pt.2. BLUE scores by taking ball away and

scoring on either diagonal goal3. WHITE off on BLUE score

VAR: make it a 4-goal diagonal game.4v4 in the middle with 2 supportingteammates on all 4 gates.

ACTIVITY 40:50 (25x40): Possess to Penetrate

COACHING POINTS:

1. When to penetrate or possess?2. Possess until a new opportunity to

penetrate emerges.3. Good decision-making

ORGANIZATION

4v4 + 4NEUTRALS

1. Neutrals support Attack2. Attackers must play to neutral in one

gate to receive back and attack opp gate3. Use sideline neutrals when penetration is

not possible

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 51:10 (30x20): TRANSITION to PENETRATE

COACHING POINTS:1. Transition Attitude2. Good Decision Making

ORGANIZATION

BACK-to-BACK goals assigned ZONES

1. Team with possession plays 6v32. Transition to assigned zone to score with a pass to

player on either sideline

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Penetrate or Possess?2. Good Decision Making3. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach MIDS possess to penetrate

BLU RED



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THEME: 4-4-2 LINE TRAINING SESSION 12 SMCHS SOCCERI. Technical Warm-Up

WARM-UP0:00 (GRID): DYNAMIC WARM-UP

ORGANIZATION 4 CORNERS/ 4 BALLS

BOCA JRS SKILL CIRCUIT

ACTIVITY 10:10 (15x15 DIAMOND): PASSING

COACHING POINTS:1. Body positioning: sideways on2. Use deception: lunge before rxing3. Play out quickly and MOVE!4. Clean & crispy balls: RYTHM

ORGANIZATION

5 Players per GRID, 1 BALL

1. X2 checks at an angle & looks over shoulder2. X1 plays him a ball3. X2 opens up and plays to X34. Pass and move

II. DISCOVERY PHASE ACTIVITY 20:10 (30x40): KEEP-AWAY

COACHING POINTS:1. BLUE compresses on loss of

possession2. BLUE expands shape when

possession is regained3. Communication4. Supporting runs5. Rhythm of play

ORGANIZATION

10v6 KEEP-AWAY

1. BLUE Plays in towards the center circle2. RED plays in any direction3. BLUE keeps team shape while in possession

and are limited to 2-touch.4. RED is allowed unlimited touches.5. When out, restart with a throw-in

III. TRAINING PHASE ACTIVITY 30:45 (30x30): LINE TRAINING

COACHING POINTS:

1. Keep field as wide as possible2. Remain patient on the ball3. Tempt opposition out of defensive

block4. Circulate the ball when to pass fwd?5. Be aware of the danger of losing the

ball.

ORGANIZATION

8+GK v 6

1. Team of 8 tries to score in one of the goals.

2. Team of 6 plays defensively in a disciplinedblock.3. Team of 6 waits for a mistake to counter to

BIG goal.

IV. GAME PHASE8v8 GAME1:10 (HALF-FIELD)

COACHING POINTS:1. Find space for penetration2. What supporting shape are we

keeping?3. What attacking shape are we creating?

ORGANIZATION

1. BLUE positions itself around the centercircle and waits for an opportunity to

counterattack.2. RED tries to build-up patiently.

FOCUS:

Teach penetrating and defending shape.

2-3-2 VS 2-3-2



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THEME: IMPROVE POSSESSION TO PENETRATE SESSION 13 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up w/o ballSLAP ROLLS, BELLS, DRIBBBLE CUTS


RONDOS

0:10 (10x10): 3v2 RONDOSORGANIZATION

3v2 RONDOS1. Defenders: first-in, first-out

ACTIVITY 10:15 (FREE): COMBINATION PLAY

COACHING POINTS:1. Attack back of defenders foot2. Supporting player within reach3. Clean execution

ORGANIZATION

3P / 1BALL

1. Wall Passes2. Overlaps3. Take-overs

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (30x20): 4v4 Possession

COACHING POINTS:1. Use width of field2. Communicate & switch ball quickly.

ORGANIZATION

2 TEAMS of 4

1. Score by passing to off team in corner

2.

Off player can slide to either corner tosupport team with ball.

VAR: change numbers to 4v3

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:40 (40x30): 4v2 KEEP-AWAY

COACHING POINTS:1. Play on first touch2. Play away from defenders feet3. Open up for passing options

4.

Find the SPLITS

ORGANIZATION

3 TEAM with 4 players each 1 team defending

4. 3 passes before switch to other half5. On transfer 2 new defenders enter grid

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (40x60): 8v8 BOX Game

COACHING POINTS:1. Good Decision Making2. Combination play3. Passes into space to stretch defense4. Recognize earliest penetration w/o

losing possession5. Create width, depth & mobility

ORGANIZATION

1. 1PT for passing to team mate whoreceives under control in any of the fourboxes.

2. Pass must come from outside the box3. Receiver must be outside the box when

pass was played.4. Final passer cannot be also the receiver

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Attitude to challenge2. Good Decision Making3. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach possession with a purpose



20/57

THEME: PLAYING IN ATTACKING THIRD SESSION 14 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (40x20): Warm-up with ball MovementStops & Starts


RONDOS


3 v 2+1 - RONDOS1. Intercept pass and transition to own grid

ACTIVITY 10:15 (40x20 GRID): COMBINATION

COACHING POINTS:1. Attackers keep the ball circulating2. Communication aspects as defenders enter

the playing grid3. Mentality to regain possession if lost

ORGANIZATION(30 x 15) 3 15x10 GRIDS, 3P/1B

1. Pass and move in groups of 3-1 ball2. Two defenders enter the first grid after sprintfrom their starting position

3) Threes attempt to keep the ball away for 104) If defenders win the ball, attempt to hold it for 6 = 1pt

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 20:20 (44x25): 6v5 + GK

COACHING POINTS:1. Try to get behind D with mentality to score2. Take people on and try to eliminate the

defender.3. Look for the 2v1 in the box and the wings.

Recycle the runs off the strikers.4. Hold the ball if the combination run is too late.5. Think about the goal when you are in the box.6. As one striker goes into space the other comes

towards ball. Combinations and layoffs; giveoptions to the center midfielders

ORGANIZATION(44 x 25) 6v5+GK; 3-3 v 4-1 +GK

a) Attacking team tries to keep possessionb) Defending team scores on 3 counter goalsc) Expand field to 70x25; (full width of the field)add a player to each side for 7v6+Kd) Attacking team can now scoree) Use touch restrictions to create more patterns

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 31:15 (40x30): 8v8 Possession v Finishing

COACHING POINTS:1. Crosses = passes to teammates.2. Subtleties of passing across the goal area-

placement of attackers and timing of runs.3. Use the width of the field to your advantage.4. Dribble through and attack the goal.5. Strikers making the run to open the space for

the entry pass. Pin the opposing team into theirdefending third.

6. Body shape into the run for the give & go

ORGANIZATION(44 x 25) 8v8 +2GK - (3-3-2)

With Restraining lines

1. 10 consecutive passes = 1pt2. Goals = 2pts.

Restraining lines: offside in effect

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK

1:30 (HALF PITCH)

COACHING POINTS:1. Dribble penetration 2. Mentality 3. Patience 4. Is the team better at playing in the

attacking third?

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Exploit attacking third situations withcombination play and numbers



21/57

THEME: ATTACKING IN CENTRAL AREAS SESSION 15 SMCHS SOCCERI. Technical Warm-Up

WARM-UP0:00 (GRID): DYNAMIC WARM-UP

ORGANIZATION 4 CORNERS/ 4 BALLS

BOCA JRS SKILL CIRCUIT

II. DISCOVERY PHASE ACTIVITY 10:10 (30x40): PASSING & SHOOTING

COACHING POINTS:1. Communication w/out ball2. Checks to, away from ball3. Runs, types and timing4. Position relative to each other5. Combination play

ORGANIZATION

5 v 4+GK

1. First Option is to play it to CMs:-Striker checks towards ball-Shadow striker bent-run to receive pass

2. Second Option is to play CM to CM-Striker check runs-Shadow striker supports 1-2 play-CM takes a shot at goal

ACTIVITY 30:40 (PK BOX): 3 v2 Finishing

COACHING POINTS:1. Create Space & Width2. Exploit Space created3. Accuracy of passing4. Criss-cross runs in PK box5. Finishing

ORGANIZATION3 v 2+GK ARSENAL PK-BOX Finishing

1. 2 groups of players as depicted2. Start with heavy touch to get closer to edge of PK

area to deliver a sharper pass.3. Generate finishing opportunities from crosses4. If defenders win ball, play it to target

VAR: Allow to develop with shadow pressure at first

III. TRAINING PHASE ACTIVITY 20:45 (50x40): ATTACKING ZONE

COACHING POINTS:1. Tempt opposition out of defensive

block lure them towards ball2. DEF: pressure the ball3. Circulate the ball when to pass fwd?4. Exploit space behind the defense5. Create dangerous situations in PK area

ORGANIZATION

7 v 6+GK ATTACKING ZONE

1. On command 3 attackers & 3 defenders enterattacking zone after a pass that breaks through therestraining line

VAR1 : enter zone after 5 consecutive passes VAR2 : after a switch, the player receiving the ballcan send a penetrating pass into the zone for animmediate attack on the goal

VAR3 : after a switch, now receiver can breakthrough dribbling the ball

OBJECTIVE: to lure the defenders towards theball to create more space to play the ball forward

IV. GAME PHASEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH)

COACHING POINTS:1. Find space for penetration2. Supporting shape (counter-attack?)3. What attacking shape are we creating?

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:Coordination from the front players todevelop scoring opportunities



22/57

THEME: DEFENDING FLANK AREAS SESSION 16 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY0:00 (20x1): Warm-up with ball Movement

Sprints around cones Add balls next

ACTIVITY 10:10 (40x30 GRID): WARM-UP TOUCHES COACHING POINTS:1. First touch out of feet2. Head up before passing

3. Quality of pass

ORGANIZATION2 players 1 ball1. Check to stretch2. Stretch to check

ACTIVITY 20:25 (20x15 GRID): 3v3 Waves COACHING POINTS:1. Player defending organization2. Pressure, Cover, Balance

ORGANIZATION3 v 3 Continuous

1. Three players versus 3 defenders2. Attempt to dribble to opposite line for a PT3. Defenders organize to regain possession and

counter attack the opposite line

ACTIVITY 20:25 (PHASE of PLAY): Crossing

COACHING POINTS:1. Quality and accuracy of cross

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Timing of runs3. Attitude to attack ball4. Decision making to finish

ORGANIZATIONDefending crosses to forwards

1. Striker sends ball to WING2. Wing takes ball along sideline to penetrate3. Forwards make CROSS-OVER runs to attack far

and near post4. Cross is between the GK and the PENALTY spot

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30: 40 (HALF-FIELD): 3v1

COACHING POINTS:1. Create space to lose marker 2. Combination play 3. Timing of near/far POST runs 4. Quality of CROSS

ORGANIZATION3v1 CROSSING & FINISHING1. Two groups to play 3v3 KEEP-AWAY on both

sides of the pitch 2. On command, one WING plays ball

across another WING to start play3. At the same time, a STRIKER joins

from the goal line with 1 DEFENDER

ACTIVITY 41:00 (40x30): Crossing and Finishing

COACHING POINTS:1. Movement of forwards2. Quality of cross3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION4v2 +2GK1. Play to either WING so that strikes quickly attack

goal from cross2. Opposite WING can join on attack

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 51:15 (40x30): 7v7 CROSSING

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of defensive transition2. Decision to Pressure Vs. Drop3. Where to show?

ORGANIZATION7v7 + 2GK

1. NEUTRAL area on the WINGS once the ball isplayed there

2. Three touches MAX and a cross!

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Coordination with GK 2. Decision Making3. Try to prevent all crosses

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Teach Defenders to defend flank areas.



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THEME: SWITCHING THE POINT OF ATTACK SESSION 17 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up w/o & w/ballSLAP ROLLS, BELLS, DRIBBBLE CUTS


ACTIVITY 10:10 (FREE): KEEP-AWAY

COACHING POINTS:1). Vision: look before you receive2). Dont let the ball die in the grass, pace of passes-you can move slowly but the ball doesnt; use the paceof the pass to spin & turn3). Follow through on the ball-dont step back4). Have a plan of where you want to pass the ballbefore you receive the ball

ORGANIZATION2 groups going at same time

1) 4v0+4v0 +2N passing and moving in 15x30 grid>crisp passing; turn every time you receive; chip balls

2) 6v2 in 12x12 grid w/ positive players outside of grid,2-touches, change defenders every steal>change groups every minutes with dynamic stretching

3) 4v4+2T in 15x30 space; 2 touch for targets

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 20:20 (40x60): 6v6 Possession

COACHING POINTS:1) If dribbling find an intelligent option2) Body shape: wide to see goal & finish first touch3) Shielding and creating space as the receiver

4) Give more information in your communication5) Make intelligent purposeful runs6) Start to shift early so that the 2nd touch creates an option7) Set up pass: try to give a ball they can finish 8) Support the receiver for long balls--go as the ball goes9) Keep the ball moving: either pass or dribble

ORGANIZATION

(40x60) - 6 v 6 SIX-goal game with flags

1) unlimited ways to finish-think of game as 9v62) 3 min game; 1 touch finish

ACTIVITY 30:35 (40x30): 4v4+4

COACHING POINTS:1. Keep shape: width, depth, height2. Communication3. Switching of field when?4. Use of NEUTRALS

ORGANIZATION

4v4 +4N to 2 PUGGS

1) Neutrals are 1-touch BUMPERS2) Score to either goals on given attacking direction

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (40x60): 9v9 Possession

COACHING POINTS:1) Center MIDS giving support w/angle behind &ahead of the ball2) Turning on the pass and shielding3) Making a supporting run as the ball moves across4) Once you see the ball moving back-get wide5). Pass and stay engaged.

ORGANIZATION( 60x70 ) - 9v9 game to goals plus 4 gatesSETUP: restraining lines in MID field.

1). 10 passes=1PT2). Dribble under control through gates=1PT3). Goal=2PT

VAR: target man makes run from ONSIDEto set a layoff for a shot from teammate


COACHING POINTS:1. Attitude to challenge2. Good Decision Making3. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach when to switch point of attack.



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THEME: FORWARDS RUNS SESSION 18 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up







ACTIVITY 10:15 (44x30): Types of runs

COACHING POINTS:1. Relationship between runners2. Options for player on the ball3. Communication

ORGANIZATIONStriker RUNS - GK3. Check to stretch4. Stretch to check

Add defenders with graduated pressure

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (44x30): INTERCHANGES

COACHING POINTS:

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Timing of runs2. Time/Accuracy of pass3. Communication

ORGANIZATION

Striker INTERCHANGES

1. Diagonal runs to pull defenders away from play2. Supporting runs to create space for the player on

the ball

Add defenders with graduated pressure

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (44x50): 5v2+GK

COACHING POINTS:1. Combination Play2. Runs on/off the ball3. Attitude to finish

ORGANIZATION

5 v 2+GK to 2 Goals

1. Play start with GK who passes to either FB2. FB finds Striker with a pass3. Striker plays back to opposite FB and 5v2 starts

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:10 (44x50):

COACHING POINTS:1. Using WINGERS on the attack2. Timing of runs3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION

5+2 v 4 to 2 Goals

1. As previous activity2. Adding WINGERS to support with crosses

GAME


COACHING POINTS:1. Combination Play2. Runs on/off the ball3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination with striker and support playersto develop scoring opportunities



25/57

THEME: O FFSIDE T ACTICS SESSION 19 SMCHS SOCCER

W ARM -UP

(UNRESTRICTED ) 3P/1B

1. Passing & Moving2. 1-2-3: defend, attack, support3. Use combination play to get behind defender

Coaching Points

1. Take on defender2. Defender uses body to win the ball3. Pass to self or chip it to get behind the defender4. When to dribble: dribble at space5. When to combine: defender closes down6. Use of self pass to get behind defender

S MALL-S IDED GAME

60x44) 2+T v 2+T +2-GK

1. All restarts from RIGHT side2. On the way up, attempt to score and replace

defenders when ball out of play or on a score3. If defenders win it, they attack the opposite goal and

attackers must defend to regain possession

Coaching Points

1. When to dribble: dribble at space2. When to combine: defender closes down3. Use of self pass to get behind defender

BEATING THE TRAP:a) Individual: self-pass, dribbleb) Switching the point of attackc) Diagonal runs; Timing of runs; Decoy/Bent runs

PHASE I

(60x44) - 2v2, 5v5 + 2N, 2v2

1. Players stay in their assigned zone

Coaching Points

1. Stay compact defensively2. Stay central to the goal3. Pressure, Cover, Balance4. Win the ball to counter-attack5. Disrupt the opponents rhythm of play6. GK playing the space behind last line of defense7. Timing of stepping up

PHASE II

(60 x 44) 3v2, 3v3 + 2N, 3v2

1. Players stay in their assigned zone

Coaching Points

1. Disrupt the offense and make it compact2. Win the ball

CUES : 1) back pass to opponent without support;2) to the GK with limited technical ability; 3) dribblerwith their head down; 4) defense clearing the ball

11v11 GAME FORMATION : 4-4-2 V 4-4-2 CM: defensive line stays compact/synchronized

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THEME: 4-3-3 MIDFIELDERS SESSION 23 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY


RONDOS


4+1 v 2 - RONDOS1. 3 passes to transition to next grid

ACTIVITY 10:15 (20x15): QUAD-TRIS

COACHING POINTS:1. Open body stance2. Play with head up3. Sharp passing

ORGANIZATIONPassing Sequence min of 5 players2. Pass and RUN to the middle of rectangle3. A defender can be added to introduce

graduated pressure

ACTIVITY 20:25 (MID): PASSING PATTERN I

COACHING POINTS:1. Sharp passes2. Movement off the ball3. Diagonal connections

ORGANIZATIONMID 1/3 of field, full width, about 35 yards long, plus 10yard target zone

1. Passing & Moving pattern2. Keep the ball on the ground3. Play with open body stance

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 40:35 (MID): FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of passes2. Timing of runs

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ORGANIZATION As previous setup

1. 2 defenders added2. One MID makes penetrating run to complete

passing sequence3. Defenders play into targets to score

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 40:50 (MID): FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Checking runs to connect2. Timing of runs

ORGANIZATION4v3 to 1v1+GK

1. Defenders play into targets to score2. Target pushes up as high as possible3. 1v1 initially

Progression: allow MID to make penetrating run for a 2v1


COACHING POINTS:1. In possession2. Movement off/on the ball3. Head on a swivel

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination from the MIDS to developscoring opportunities



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THEME: 4-3-3 WINGERS SESSION 24 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY


ACTIVITY 1

0:10 (44x50): Warm-up with ball Movement

COACHING POINTS:

1. Focus on the pattern2. Exploiting flank space3. Timing of execution4. Communication factors

ORGANIZATION

2 groups + 2-GKS

1) Start with diagonal ball exchange2) Then play directly ahead for a wall pass3) Setup cross for incoming teammate who has

also performed a wall pass with opposite group

ACTIVITY 20:25 (44x50): PATTERN WORK - I

COACHING POINTS:1. Quality of first Touch2. Movement before receiving a pass3. Attitude to finish

ORGANIZATIONGK>FB>WNG>CROSS-SS

1. Play start with GK who passes to FB2. FB feeds winger a pass3. WNG (winger) dribbles at top speed as Striker

makes forward run4. WNG delivery to the SECOND 6-yard BOX for

Striker to finish

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:40 (50x60): PATTERN WORK - II

COACHING POINTS:1. Quality of first Touch2. Movement before receiving a pass3. Attitude to finis

ORGANIZATIONGK>CB>FB>HM>SS>AM>WNG>CROSS-SS

1. Pattern with higher complexity2. Involves Striker to play negative before making

penetrative run3. Winger delivers service for AM and SS to finish

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (50x60): Switching PoA

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of the ball & Movement2. Attacking sideline3. Quality of crosses4. Early crosses to get behind retreating

defense

ORGANIZATION4v4+GK, +2N, +2T

1. Build-up play through HM>AM>WNG2. Winger looks for a cross into runners3. Runners criss-cross their runs to challenge

defenders

ENFORCE RESTRAINING LINE


COACHING POINTS:1. Attacking down the line2. Timing of crosses3. Runs to support crosses

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2 FOCUS:

Coordination from WINGERS to developscoring opportunities



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THEME: 4-3-3 FORWARDS SESSION 25 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up



ACTIVITY 10:10 (10x20): Y-Passing Pattern

COACHING POINTS:

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Sharp passes2. Quality execution

ORGANIZATION5P/1B Y-Passing Pattern1. Start with 1-2 and spin-off2. Proceed to 1-2 on top of Y

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Receiver spins out to receive4. And dribbles back to starting position

ACTIVITY 20: 20 (HALF): Y-Passing to Goal

COACHING POINTS:1. Timing of runs2. Time/Accuracy of pass3. Finishing

ORGANIZATION

4v3+GK Y-Passing to Goal NO PLAY ZONE

1. As in previous activity, now going to goal2. Start with shadow pressure only3. Increase defensive pressure gradually

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30:45 (44x30): CHELSEA Finishing

COACHING POINTS:1. Accuracy of Pass2. Communication w/o the ball3. Attitude to finish

ORGANIZATION

Finishing Pattern Power / Placement Shots

1. First pass from AM to SS layoff for power shot2. SS supports backside player for a wall pass to setup

a placement shot (far post)

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:10 (HALF) DEFENDING DEEP

COACHING POINTS:

1.

Organization from the 3 forwards2. Limiting the passing channels to avoidball being played to defending half

3. Attacking transition when regainingpossession

ORGANIZATION3 v 2+3N Defending Deep Exercise1. Play starts with 2 defenders who receive a ball from

one of the neutral players who stay in their own

half of the field2. Three forwards always reset to center line to beginpressing from this position

3. Forwards coordinate pressure point4. HM makes near post run5. Two defenders attempt to bypass the pressure and

pass the ball to the attacking half.

ACTIVITY 41:25 (HALF): Finding the Front Runners

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of the ball & Movement2. Attacking sideline3. Quality of crosses4. Early crosses to get behind retreating defense.

ORGANIZATION4 v 4+GK, +2T NO PRESS ZONE




COACHING POINTS:1. Focus and Intensity2. Attitude to retain possession & regain

the ball if lost

ORGANIZATION

4-3-2 v 3-4-2FOCUS:

Coordination with forwards on the attack toproduce goal-scoring opportunities.

Spin off after 1-2

1-2 & spin out



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THEME: P RESSING SESSION 26 SMCHS SOCCER

W ARM -UP

(UNRESTRICTED ) Groups of 3P/1B

1. Follow the leader (without the ball)2. With ball, dribble at defender who shuffles back3. On the call of SWITCH , dribbler steps on the ball

and roles are reversed

Coaching Points

1. Shuffle and stay on dribblers shoulder2. Stay within reachable distance of the ball3. Dont fall for faints/fakes

S MALL-S IDED GAME

(OPEN ) 1v2 Keep-away

1. Dribbler not allowed to run away2. If you win the ball, you become the new dribbler3. Pull, push, sandwich attacker to get ball4. When TIME is called, 2 defenders punished

Coaching Points

1. Press the ball immediately2. Supporting player should be able to see the ball andcut-off escape routes

3. Be patient and remain useful for as long as possible

PHASE I

(30x20) - 6v6+6T

1. Score with passes through gates2. Targets play 1-touch3. Targets have balls at their feet for quick starts4. Play 2/3 MIN games winners stay.

PROGRESSION : 2-touch limit

Coaching Points

1. Inconsistent pressure: commit to get the ball backand teammates will react to support you

2. Recognize time to pressure:* dribbler turns his back to pressure

3. Mentality to win the ball back.4. On a wall pass, dont chase the ball:

* take away passing option instead5. When the ball goes out, dont relax: ORGANIZE !

PHASE II

(40 x 65) 4v2 + 4v2, 2GK

1. Players stay in their assigned half2. Shot from own half=1PT3. Goals scored after connect 1 pass in ATT. Half=2PT4. Play to 2 MIN, winners are out after score

Coaching Points

1. When ball goes back to GK, organize defense and asthey build-up, win the ball in their half of the field

2. Dont le them go to goal, stay with them3. To deal with central attack, as back leads the

pressing, step-up to leave forwards offside.

CUES : 1) back pass to opponent without support;2) to the GK with limited technical ability; 3) aforward losing the ball deep in their ATT. half

11v11 GAMETASK ORIENTATION :

A team, goal down & must winB team: play low-pressure line of confrontation half line

CM: 1) Dont let opp. fullbacks take shots from halffield; 2) Protect your lead by NOT playing out of theback with short passes (risking loss of possession).

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THEME: ATTACKING FLANK AREAS SESSION 27 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (40x20): Warm-up with ball MovementStops & Starts


ACTIVITY 10:10 (40x44): WARM-UP TOUCHES COACHING POINTS:

ART of Finishing=Attitude, Repetitions & Technique

1). Players must look to shoot & create opportunitiesto shoot.Challenge players to fix their own mistakes2).Do they look immediately to goal?3). Quality of FIRST touch

ORGANIZATION( 40x44 ) 2 groups of 8; 4B 2 GKS

1) Passing & moving -- crisp passes When GK calls for shots play them a high ball. Shoot w/every progression on either goal.a) Striking the ball w/ instep; can shoot on either goalb) Prep touches; receive right, strike left (both)c) Bending ball inside swing, outside swingd) Play to teammate outside before shote) Overlap before shot

ACTIVITY 20:20 ( 40x44 ): Shadow Play

COACHING POINTS:1. Pace of passes and final pass, setting up one

another for good shots on target.2. Follow though on the strike.3. Plant foot aiming to a small area of the net, head

& shoulders down over the ball. 4. Keeping shoulders square before & after shot.

ORGANIZATION(40x44) - 7v7+2GK, 7P:1B

1) Shadow play with finishing patternsGK distribute to either team-teams are attackingboth goals within restrictions:a) play into teammate then outside before shotb) overlap going forward before shotc) back to goal: turn and shoot from 18

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 30: 40 (40x44): 3v2 +GK

COACHING POINTS:1). 1st touch to prepare shot; prep shot, insideopposite foot, quick steps between prep touch & shot.2). Shooting low and early3). Fast combo play4). Shooting first touch5). Body shape upon finishing:6). Keep head DOWN.

ORGANIZATION(40x44) - 3v2+GK1) GK or attacker distributes to target.

All 3 attackers touch the ball before shooting.2) Defenders release upon distribution fromopposite side & try to win the ball3) If defenders win the ball, they must play totarget and all three must touch the ball before theshot.4) Defenders release upon their teammates losing ball.

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (40x30): 7v7 CROSSING

COACHING POINTS:1. Can the attacking team finish their shots?2. Are they looking to shoot?3. Executing the final pass before the shot.

Quick shots off of transition.

ORGANIZATION(64x78) - 4T+5v5+2N+2GK (9v9 field)1) Attacking team can score on either goal & triesto score as many goals in 3 minutes as possible.2) Attackers must shoot within 4 passes3) If defending team wins the ball, they keeppossession W/targets for as long as they can.4)Targets and Neutrals help setup the attackingteam and/or possession for defending team

GAME


COACHING POINTS:1. Exploiting the flanks

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach attackers to exploit flank areas.



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THEME: PLAYING out of THE BACK SESSION 28 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up


COACHING POINTS:1. Close control of the ball2. Free movement with ball3. Variety of movements & touches

ORGANIZATION

Players inside and outside GRID

1. Give-and-go2. Give-and-dummy3. Chest trap and volley4. Headers

EVERY player must dribble thru middle cone

ACTIVITY 20: 25 (40x20): Playing out-of-the-back

COACHING POINTS:1. Accuracy of pass2. Weight of pass3. Angle & distance of support4. Communication

ORGANIZATION Teach FULLBACK movement1. GK rolls ball to right side: in-front-of RFB2. RFB passes back to RCB who passes to CM3. CM passes back to LCB who switches the ball to

opposite LFB4. LFB plays back to LCB and switching of play

happens again with CMBREAK through coned area ahead.

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 3

0:40 (HALF): 3v7 OTB Play-FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Create Space & Width2. Exploit Space created3. Accuracy of passing4. Switch of Play5. Decision Making

ORGANIZATION

3v7 Playing out-of-the-back

1. 2 groups of defenders and 2 groups of attackers2. If defenders win ball, play it to next CM at MID-

field

ACTIVITY 41:00 (HALF): 3v7 OTB Play-FUNCTIONAL

COACHING POINTS:1. Visual queues to determine a long ball is coming2. Begging dropping before the ball is played. 3. Receive the ball in-front, rather than behinddefenders.

ORGANIZATION7v9 Playing out-of-the-back

1. Defending line starts high 20-25 YDS2. Attacking DEF plays ball to corner3. Defenders work with circulation to play out of the

back.

VAR: increase numbers by 2s

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 51:15 (40x30): 7v7 DEFENDING

COACHING POINTS:1. Immediate play to create width2. Depth in attack3. Support with creative runs4. Possession and switch of play

ORGANIZATION7v7 +GK 5 GATES

1. BLUE defends with 4-2-12. WHITE attacks with 2-3-23. DEFENDERS use NEUTRAL zone to play out of

the back

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Dribble penetration2. Possession3. Decisions to play: forward, sideways, back

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach team to circulate out of the back



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THEME: FULLBACKS OVERLAP & CROSS SESSION 30 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up








COACHING POINTS:1. Close control of the ball2. Free movement with ball3. Communication when overlapping:

hold and send

ORGANIZATION3 Players, 1 BALL

1. P1 passes to P2 who flicks ball back to P12. P1 runs to middle to receive flicked ball3. P2 takes P1 starting spot4. P1 passes to P3 who holds ball5. P1 overlaps P3 who sends and P1 sends to

P2 across6. P3 moves to P2 starting spot

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 20: 25 (40x20): Fullbacks overlapping

COACHING POINTS:1. Accuracy of pass2. Weight of pass3. Angle & distance of support4. Communication: Hold/Send

ORGANIZATION Teach FULLBACK overlapping movement

1. GK rolls ball to right side: in-front-of RFB2. RFB passes to OM who touches inside3. CM passes to overlapping fullback4. Fullback finishes with a quality cross to CM

ACTIVITY 30:40 (HALF): 6 v4 Overlaps

COACHING POINTS:1. Create Space & Width2. Exploit Space created3. Accuracy of passing

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Switch of Play5. Decision Making

ORGANIZATION6 v 4+GK Overlapping Plays

1. 2 groups of defenders and 2 groups of attackers2. Team of 6 executes fullback overlaps with early

crosses to MID fielder3. If defenders win ball, play it to next CM at MID-

field

VAR: add two forwards and two holding MIDS

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 51:15 (40x30): 7v7 DEFENDING

COACHING POINTS:1. Immediate play to create width2. Depth in attack3. Support with creative runs4. Possession and switch of play

ORGANIZATION9v9 +2GK

1. BLUE defends with 4-2-2-12. WHITE attacks with 3-4-23. DEFENDERS use NEUTRAL zone to play out of

the back with an overlap

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Sharp execution of overlap play2. Decisions to play: early cross? shallow defense;

play the ball behind them.

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach fullbacks to overlap and cross ballsearly.



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THEME: Z ONAL D EFENDING SESSION 31 SMCHS SOCCER

W ARM -UP

(UNRESTRICTED ) 2P / 1B

1. Pass 10-yards2. pressure after pass & slide back3. Toe Poke it

Coaching Points

1. Pass with pace on the ball2. pressure on shoulder forcing one way3. Wait for the right moment to step and poke it

S MALL-S IDED GAME

3 GRIDS (10x10) - 4v2, 4v2, 4v0

1. Passes made through grid2. 2-touch, 1-touch3. If ball intercepted or SWITCH is called, the last two

players who touched the ball search for a new grid t odefend on

Coaching Points

1. Press immediately2. Cover player directs play3. Work together to force error4. Stay focused, deny passing lanes

PHASE I

(50x44) 8+2 v 8+2, 2 GKS

1. Play to targets=1PT2. Targets may play sideways3. Targets play to OPP GK after score

PROGRESSION : targets play to their fullbacks after ascore.

Coaching Points

1. Pressure, Delay, Cover2. Deny the ball, deny the turn3. As the ball moves, the lines move HORZ/VERT4. Lines move with PACE of the ball5. Forwards set line of confrontation6. Angles and Distance of support7. Stay connected VERT/HORZ8. Compress the lines VERT towards center of goal

PHASE II

(50x44) - 6v4+GK to 8v8+GK, counter goals

1. Server plays to attacking team on restarts 2. Defending team plays to Server on possession 3. All restarts from server

PROGRESSION : 8v8 to counter-goals, full width.

Coaching Points

1. Tracking(Marking) vs. Passing On your Man2. When playing out: converge diagonally towards ball3. Establish the line of confrontation4. Deny weak-side penetration (defenders positioning)

PROGRESSION:1. Work with FB4 initially Vs 62. Add HM, CM, Vs 8 to FIELD WIDTH3. Then outside MDS to FULL FIELD WIDTH

11v11 GAME FORMATION : 4-4-2 V 4-4-2 CM: midfield line collapsing on defending 1/3

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THEME: MIDS PRESSURE, COVER & BALANCE SESSION 32 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): WARM-UPSKILLS CIRCUIT 10-15 Movements & Stretching

ACTIVITY 10:10 (30x20 GRID): 3-ZONE Passing

COACHING POINTS:

1. Movement2. Accuracy of Passes3. Playing with your head up

ORGANIZATION

3 Players / 1 BALL

1. Groups pass within 1 ZoneMove from one zone to the next

2. Groups are instructed to pass in 2 zones3. Groups then pass in all three zones

ACTIVITY 20:20 (30x20 GRID): MID Defending

COACHING POINTS:1. Closest MID pressures ball2. Covering MID shuts down passing

channel3. Balancing MID moves into space thru

PINCHING-in & sagging

ORGANIZATION

3 MIDS in center GRID

1. Outside players attempt to split MIDS withthrough balls.

2. Play square to teammates if cannot split3. If MIDS intercept, they pass to opposite

outside GRID and replace the passers4. Passers become the new MIDS in center

ACTIVITY 30: 40 (40x40): Playing out-of-the-back

COACHING POINTS:1. Communication2. When to pressure3. Bait attackers into places to make play

predictable

ORGANIZATION4v4 +2 KEEP-AWAY

1. 2 Targets outside grid play to teammates who try toscore on opposite line by passing to oppositetargets

2. Opposite targets then play to their team to try toscore on opposite line

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:00 (HALF): 7 v7 +GK

COACHING POINTS:1. Decision to press: when to step.2. Decision to press: when to hold.3. Mentality to challenge & dispossess.

ORGANIZATION7v7 +GK

1. GK restarts play with fullbacks2. FBS make connecting passes with MIDS3. 1 MID can penetrate in attacking third to assist

lone forward on the attack4. Players outside GRID step in GRID to win ball5. Neutrals support forwards pass-back to score

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41:20 (40x30): 7v7 MIDFIELD PCB

COACHING POINTS:1. Defending forwards step/press to force error 2. MIDS offer PCB on transition of play3. Immediate challenges avoid splits

ORGANIZATION9v9 +GK 3v2 to MID transition, 4v4

1. GK plays to backfield for 3v22. Transition to MIDFIELD after 5 passes3. MIDS look for a split in the line to transition to

attacking third4. Attacking third is 2v3 to score

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:30 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Step v. Hold2. Covering from near player3. Balance on weak-side

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS:

Teach MIDS to pressure, cover & balance



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THEME: PLAYING INTO NEGATIVE SPACE SESSION 33 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up with ball

SLAP ROLLS, BELLS, DRIBBBLE CUTSIN & OUTS SKILL CIRCUITChanges of Speed / Direction

ACTIVITY 10:10 (10-CIRCLE): CIRCLE EXERCISE

COACHING POINTS:1. BLUE player actively checking2. Second pass is played through3. Passes are crisp and precise

ORGANIZATION

2 groups of 8 3 balls

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7 players make a 10 yard circle with remainingplayer in the middle of the circle.2. BLUE starts with check away/to ball to play

on first touch to another player w/o ball3. This receiver plays the pass through to a

second player through the circle

Fundamental: Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 20: 20 (40x30): THREE BALL GAME

COACHING POINTS:1. Keep possession w/good decisions2. Movement and passing into negative

space.3. Ability to work as a team to score.

ORGANIZATION16 Players 3 teams of 6 players

1. Two-touches restriction.2. Can only score from a dropped pass3. Play into the hands of the player in the

goal for 1PT.Team w/all balls WINS

ACTIVITY 30: 40 (HALF): 4v4 Wing Pattern

COACHING POINTS:1. Fast, precise passes to complete

finishing sequence2. Communication

ORGANIZATION4v4 WING Attacking Pattern

1. Defenders setup with FB4 & play within 25yards of their goal.

2. Attackers start from Center Line & perform wing attack pattern with the overlapping CM.

Add DEF holding MID to challenge Attackers

Match Related: Expanded Small-Sided Activity ACTIVITY 41: 00 (HALF): 8v6 Switching-Point

COACHING POINTS:1. Players have a sense of when to

transition from passing across thefield to passing forward.

2. Play must be unpredictable.

ORGANIZATION8v6 Switching the Point-of-Attack

1. 2 Teams play 8v6 in 40x30 GRID.2. 2 FWD & 2 DEF wait outside penalty area.3. Attackers find wings through NEGATIVE

space before passing to forwards.4. One attacker joins the forwards.

GAMEGAME: 9v9 + 2 GK1:20 (HALF PITCH) COACHING POINTS:1. Use of NEGATIVE space.2. Attitude to challenge.3. Good Decision Making.4. Aggressive, Alert & Engaged.

ORGANIZATION

3-4-2 v 4-3-2 FOCUS: Teach Effective Use of Negative SPACE



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THEME: C OUNTER A TTACK SESSION 34 SMCHS SOCCER

P ASSING P ATTERN I

(30x15) 3 Groups of 6P/2B

1. Start counterclockwise: ball on the ground2. Receive it with a flick, pass across and follow it3. Switch clockwise left foot

Coaching Points

1. Timing of runs2. Check away (create space), check to (receive)3. When you lay it off, position body to support second

pass

P ASSING P ATTERN II

(30x15) 3 Groups of 6P/2B

1. Wall pass to long pass2. May need to use only 1 ball to simplify it3. Bottom position supports wall pass only

Coaching Points

1. As above

PHASE I

(50x25) 6 v 5+1 +6T KEEPAWAY

1. Team of 6 keeps possession on their on grid2. Team of 5 attempts to regain possession and play it

to their target teammate3. Score: connect10 consecutive passes in own gird

Coaching Points

1. Collectively attempt to regain possession2. When possession is gained, find teammate on

ENDLINE with the minimum amount of passes3. Team shape once possession is gained and the

counter is on4. Use switching the point of attack if direct play is not

possible to transition to own grid

PHASE II

(70x65) 6 v 6 +2-GK

1. GK starts with ball to back2. Play out of the arch as soon as possible3. If you score on the counter, team stays and a new

team defends the arch.4. The winning team attacks the arch with a new ball

Coaching Points

1. Urgency to defend well to regain possession2. Once the ball is won, mentality to go forward3. Technical ability to connect with teammates4. Players mentality to join the counter attack5. Eliminate as many defenders as possible with one pass6. Long pass to forward into space behind or beside defender7. Direct ball to space short of forward, followed with

quick support for combination play8. If counter is off, maintain possession

11v11 GAME FORMATION : 4-4-2 V 4-4-2 CM: forwards movement when MD is attacking

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THEME: DEFENDING IN MID THIRD SESSION 35 SMCHS SOCCERTechnical Warm-Up

BALL MASTERY

0:00 (CHAN): Warm-up with ball MovementMovement without ball Movement with BALL

RONDOS0:10 (15x10): RONDOS

ORGANIZATION4+1 v 4 - RONDOS1. 4 inside attempt to regain/keep possession

ACTIVITY 10:10 (20x20 GRID): Movement

COACHING POINTS:1. Body shape, balance and foot positioning

(side-on)2. Quick reactions and ability to maintain

balance under control3. Vision ability to see (scan) both sides4. Proper angle and distance of balance

ORGANIZATIONMovement of Center Player 3 P/1BPhase I:Objective is for the [middle] player to stay centeredbetween the

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