The Set-up: As pictured. Two players stand back to back in the middle of the area with a ball wedged between them. The gates should be numbered 1, 2, or 3.
The Game: The coach shouts a number. The players quickly turn and try to gain possession of the ball. Once this happens they play a 1v1 to the gate the coach had shouted out. Players must dribble the gate.
Focus:
- Quick reaction time
- Ability to attack 1v1
- Ability to defend 1v1
- Transition (offense to defense, defense to offense)
Note: Groups of 6 to 8 players’ is best. This will provide a proper work to rest ratio. If you have 12 players set up 2 fields.
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| Possible Warm-up/1st Activity: | Progress to: |
|---|---|
| Dribbling becomes possession | 1v2 to 2 goals |
| Knockout becomes Have a Ball | 1v1 Attacking 3 Goals |
