Author Information
Author Name:
Wendy Stone
Author School:
Longwood University
Drill Specs
Drill Theme:
Even Strength
Field Position:
Offense, Defense, Midfield
Drill Style:
Game
Time Needed:
15 min
Field Location:
Attack Zone
Skill Level:
Intermediate
Objective
To work on ball and offensive movement inside the attacking zone.
Description of Drill-Execution
Start by dividing the players into 2 teams. Play 5v5 within the 12-meter. If one team makes a goal, they get the ball back to restart the drill. If there is a turnover or goalie save the ball is cleared up to the 12-meter to the other team. Every possession, each player on their team must touch the ball before the team can attack the cage. On a turnover or a goal, each player once again must touch the ball before the team can attack.
Drill Diagram:
Skills Practiced:
- Communication – where to force the attacker with the ball
- Off-Ball Movement
- Ball Movement
- Maintaining Possession
Variations/Progression/Increased difficulty (As your players improve their skills incorporate the following…)
Ball must change quadrants, must go from one side to the other and back before the team can attack.