The coach starts the game with a pass to the middle of the triangle where the first player from each team attempts to run and win possession of the ball.The player that takes possession of the ball now attempts to score by dribbling the ball through either of their opponentâs goals.The two players without the ball defend their own goal and attempt to steal the ball from the offensive player and score by dribbling through one of their opponentâs goals.When a goal is scored, the three current players are done with their turn and return to the back of their team line. The player who scored passes the ball to the next player in line for their team. The player receiving the pass from the scorer enters the field by dribbling and attempts to score while the next two players in line from the other two teams attempt to defend and win the ball to try and score themselves. The game continues in this manner until one team scores a set number of goals (for example, 10 goals) or a time period is reached.
Vary the distance between the goals, depending on the playersâ age and skill level.Instruct the players to use change of direction and speed to help them get past defenders.Remind the players to keep the ball close so that they can quickly react to the defenders and maintain possession.Encourage the players to take on their opponents with confidence and to try new moves and fakes in order to see what works best.Challenge the players to maintain a good vision of the field and see where the space and defenders are.
This practice has no coaching points
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