In middle third of the pitch. Mixed U14/16 (half of the group)
Playing across the pitch, 2 goals wide on each sideline.
Cone off an area in the centre of the playing area. The ball cannot travel through this area but players can.
Conditions:
3 touches, no tackling
Progression:
Remove coned area
Coaching points:
Aim is to 'stretch the play' i.e. have height, width and depth.
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