Attackers serving lines 30yds out. 2 static defenders centrally positioned 20yds out. First two attackers in front of the defenders
Server 1 from the attacking line plays a through ball behind the opposite defender to server 2 beyond the defence line.
Server 2 attempts to score whilst Goalkeeper comes out to defend the space.
Coaching points
Decision to dive at feet or smother a loose touch.
Same technique as low dive if ball is outside of the attacker
Delay and have bodyweight forward
As attacker approaches get hands down low but hands should be forward of the knees.
Teach goalkeeper to protect themselves with the ball and forearm high also bend top knee up to protect the body whilst in dive. This is called the finishing position.
Defensive recovery runs and can they provide cover for the goalkeeper
Introduce concept of recovery lines for the goalkeeper fastest point from A to B to get as much of the body into line with the player with the ball
Goalkeeper communication
Progression
One of the attackers can play a wall pass for the through ball or ball over the top
Attacking server who played the initial ball can join in the attack.
1 Static defender can become active always have an overload
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