Activity 1
Technical Warm-Up
Setup: TRAINING AREA = 20W x 30L. The number of balls should equal the number of GKs involved in the warmup. Field players should pass the ball around the space. When the GK makes eye contact with the player; the field player in possession should take a touch and "shoot" on the GK. The objective of the shot is to go towards the GK (no around them, not over them, and not past them). Shots should be taken from 12-15 yards away. *Only shoot on GK's command.
GKs mix with Field players
Coaching Points
- Hands should make early contact and let their hands make contact on the ball. Do not wait for the ball to make contact with the body
- Players should move their feet quickly, with short strides, and step towards the ball
Activity 2
Small-Sided Activity
Setup: TRAINING AREA = 30W x 40L. Place (2) goals on each end- line in the corner making a total of (4) goals in the space. Red (4) v White (4). Each team's GK defends (2) goals. Score by shooting into the goal.
4v4 - 4 goal game
Coaching Points
- As the player with the ball looks up then down, the GK should take small steps to get in position
- Place my weight on my toes, and point my body towards the ball
Activity 3
Expanded Small-Sided Activity
Setup: TRAINING AREA = 30W x 40L. Place (1) on each end- line for each team to attack. Red (4) v White (4). Score by shooting into the goal.
4v4 to 1 large goal
Coaching Points
- Hands should make early contact and let their hands make contact on the ball. Do not wait for the ball to make contact with the body
- When: The player looks up, then down - should be ready for a shot
Activity 4
Game
Play 7v7 with specific formations for each team. Reinforce all points above