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Part: Keep ball and attack
This three-part session, which begins and ends with a game, is based around principles of retaining possession and decision-making. By Keyleigh Steed
WHY USE IT
This whole-part-whole session encourages players to retain possession and also to recognise when to keep the ball and when to play forward and attack.
This session can be used to develop and affect groups, units and individuals.
SET-UP
Set up a playing area relative to the age and ability of your players.
Divide the pitch into thirds, with the middle third split further into quarters.
Set teams up – if numbers allow - in a 1-2-3-1 formation.
HOW TO DO IT
The session moves on to the ‘part’ section. Now, while players are still playing in a game-like environment, they are now locked into their thirds. Otherwise, normal game rules apply.
COACHING POINTS
Group: Recognise when to play forward and when to play safe.
Defenders: Can you find the striker’s feet early, when the pass is on?
Midfielders: If you can’t play forward, can you play to someone who can.
Forwards: Try to let your defenders see your feet.
ADAPATIONS/ PROGRESSIONS
Progress the practice to enable players to move into the final third to support the forward, when the forward is in possession.
- If numbers allow, set up teams in a 1-2-3-1 formation
- Players are now locked into their thirds
- Midfielders are free to move within the four quarters of the middle third. Use the quarters as reference points for movement to receive the ball - players should aim to be in different quarters when in-possession
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