Defender in the Middle Game

Tactical Problem:  Move to open space to receive pass

Skill development: Movement, bounce pass, marking opponent

Teaching Points
Tactic
  • Create space to receive pass, avoid defender
Skill
  • Lateral movements, pivoting, passes (chest & bounce)
  • Organizational Points
    • Create grid in open gym spaces using cones
    • Players on end lines attempt to get pass by defender to each other. Cannot move with the ball.
    Extensions 
    • Alter end line length to make easier or harder for defender
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