7v7 Game
3 X & 7 Min Games
Consteaint 1, can only pass to enter a different 3rd of the pitch
Constraint 2, Can only Carry to go into a different 3rd of pitch
Constraitn 3, option of both but any carry to contact is a turnover ball
5v5 Game
continuous game play for 2 x 8 mins
if they play through the Centre Circle (CH) and score double points. Must be a pass in and pass out. 2 seconds max inside the Cirlce.
Goal Scoring Game
Game 1 - Can only pass to enter D through Orange Areas and Carry through Blue Area
Game 2 - opposite way round.What is more effective and how?
Small D is worth double goals and double again is first time finish. 3 seconds max inside the small D.
Can create an overlaod inside the D if you successfully carry or pass in.
7v7 Game
5v5 Game
Goal Scoring
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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