Set-up a pitch roughly 40x30yds with the players split into 2 even teams (pitch size appropriate to the number of players). Players have to progress beyond halfway to be able to take a shot, this is to encourage quick play to get opportunities to shoot. TO make it easier for teams to shoot add in 2 floating players to work with the teams in posession to create a large overload. Encourage the players to keep the pitch as big as possible when in possession by staying wide and high up the pitch. Move the ball quickly to create opportunities to score. 1 point for a shot, 2 for one on target and 3 for a goal. PLay for 5 mins then reinforce the coaching points.
Stay high and wide when in possession Use the space to play quick and sharp passes to create opportunties Move the ball quickly at feet Be confident and composed
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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