Coaching Pointers:
Divide group into two teams, then divide each team into two groups. Position a group from each team at both
goals. Place a supply of balls beside each goal post.
The practice starts when one of the players serves a ball into the center of the area. The first player on each team from the opposite side must come to the ball and challenge for possession. The object is for the player who wins
the ball to try and turn and score as quickly as possible. The defender must try to stop him. Should the defender
win the ball, the roles are then reversed.
After a shot is taken both players must sprint back to their original positions. The sequence is then continued when a player from the opposite side passes a ball into the center for the first two players on the other side of the grid.
This practice can be developed to play 2 v 2, 3 v 3 etc.
Note: Service must always be neutral. Coach should keep track of score between both teams.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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 Turn as quickly as you can and confront the defender. Glance over your shoulder to see how much
space is available to turn.
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Demand "realistic" defending, Go after the ball and try to win it.
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The emphasis should be placed on "accuracy" and not power when shooting.
Encourage players to use a variety of shooting techniques such as the low driven shot, the chip shot, the lofted
shot and bent shot etc. |
