
On the half-turn – small-sided game
Three-part session teaching players to receive on the half-turn and break defensive lines. By DAVID PONCIA MORE
This session is all about having support on both sides of the pitch when the opposition are pressing and blocking passing routes to the goal. It also helps stop that awful play down the centre of the pitch when 9 and 10 year olds get drawn in to a battle of the middle ground.
In this game play goes wide and opens up the centre of the pitch so there is more creative play and both teams have to work hard to win the ball.
This session come from EasiCoach Soccer Skills Activities for U9-U10. If you’re looking for more age-specific games and activities then click here to take at a look at the EasiCoach curriculum.