Below are a couple of examples of some training sessions I have done with my U10s that focused heavily on passing and receiving/possession in tight areas as well as some unopposed passing patterns including finishing which Ajax referred to as “Shabloom”
Practice 1: One Touch Match
Starting the session off we went into a one touch match.
Key Points:
Progression:
Alternate Ideas:
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