Organization:
Field of 25y long x 20y wide.
Start with a pass from the coach in the center., followed by a deep ball. Defender in midfield can start defending when the first pass is made. Score on a large goal or two small goals. When the ball is out of bounds, the defenders can dribble or pass the ball in. The attackers must pass the ball in. When playing with goalies, the goalie cannot touch the ball in the build up.
Variation:
Instead of the coach, an active field player passes the first ball in.
Focus Points:
Attacking:
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Deep player stays deep, moves left/right to get open.
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Think Deep!
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Good possession play in the build up to prepare for deep ball.
Defending:
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Pressure on the ball.
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Cut off the passing lane to the deep player.
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Tight on the receiver of the long ball.