1. The attacker attempting to run through the gate whilst defender attempts to tag the attacker.
PROGRESSION
2. On coaches whistle attacker has 20 seconds and 1 change of direction to lose the defender and run out of the area. Defender attempts to tag attacker before leaves the area.
Touch tight
Changes of speed & direction
Awareness of attackers movements
in more ways than one
sportplan_netball
in more ways than one
sportplan_football
Set pieces account for roughly a third of all goals in football, yet many coaches spend surprisingly little time coaching defensive organisation at corners and free kicks. This article compares zonal and man marking systems, explores hybrid approaches, and provides a practical session structure for building set piece resilience into your team.
A player's first touch determines everything that follows: whether they can play forward, turn, or simply retain the ball. This article explores why training first touch in isolation is not enough, and how to design sessions that develop this critical skill under realistic game pressure.
The coaching methodology revolution sweeping grassroots football - and how to implement it at your club this season.
