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Receiving and First Touch for U-10 Players Price:free sample Drills give players lots of touches and experience with different methods of receiving ground balls (inside of foot, outside of foot, across body, through legs, etc.). Creative games stress the importance of a good first touch. Players learn to receive the ball in a way that either relieves pressure or puts them in a positive position to pass or go towards goal. View practice plan (.pdf / 2Mb)
Intro to Pressure, Cover, Balance Defense for U-14 Players Price:free sample Through a variety of small-sided games, this session teaches the defenders closest to the ball when, where, and how to win the ball back for their team. Games gradually increase numbers so that players learn to close down the ball in different situations. Players learn the roles and responsibilities of the pressuring (first) defender and the covering (second) defender. View practice plan (.pdf / 2.6Mb)
Intro to Dribbling and Taking on Defenders Price:free sample Through playing a series of 1 vs. 1 and 2 vs. 2 games, players learn to enjoy and exploit 1 vs. 1 situations, especially near goal. Tactical games gradually increase numbers so that attackers have more options on the attack and need to think more quickly. Games encourage attackers to take defenders on with speed, perform combinations, and work to solve pressure near goal. View practice plan (.pdf / 2.7Mb)
