1v1 Attacking Space
1v1 Attacking Space
Players Required:6-8
Balls Required:3
Goals Required:0
Set Up:
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Make several 20 x 10 yd. grids.
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Two lines, one on each endline, 3-4 players per line.
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The attacker dribbles onto the field, bringing the defender on to play 1 v 1.
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A goal is scored by dribbling over opposing teams' end line.
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When a goal is scored, the opposing team immediately attacks in the other direction.
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Players return to their own lines.
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If ball goes out of bounds, the player in possession dribbles back in.
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Keep score.
Coaching Points:
- Keep the ball close when attempting to get around defender.
- Run with the ball when you get in the space beside/behind the defender.
- Once past a defender, cut in behind them to cut off their angle of recovery.
- Be deceptive.