Organisation
- Pitch is 60yds x 40yds.
- It is divided into 3. 20yds x 40yds zones like shown
below.
- You can play any amount of players here its 7 v 7.
- Each team consists
of 1 Goalkeeper and the rest of the team in the middle zone only.
The Practice
The Goalkeeper starts with the ball. One defender from the centre zone comes
short to pick up the Keepers pass. Here reds have the ball,they must now work
it through the middle zone and break into the end zone. Only one red and one
blue can break into the end zone at a time. One attacker and one defender.
The idea of the practice is to condense play in the middle third to create
a breakaway situation. You can either dribble through or latch onto a through
pass. If your not getting any joy then take a defending player out, remember
you must be able to Coach the session so give yourself a chance.
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Key Points
- Starting Position.
- Assessment
- Decision
- Technique.
- Second Saves
My Exam Notes
My topic was Dealing with 1 v 1 situations in a small sided game.
organisation as above. I divided it into two sections
- When the ball is played into space behind the defence.
- When an opponent dribbles through the defence with good control.
Starting Position
Depends where the ball is. Always expect a shot,your first priority
is not to be beaten by a shot. Should be advanced enough to intercept any over
hit ball and close enough so you can't be beaten by a direct shot or chip. Get
onto line and be ready for the through ball.
The ball is played
into space behind the defence
Assess the situation
Resist the temptation to react instinctively and instead weigh
up the situation. What is the distance between the nearest opponent and the
ball. Position of nearest challenging defender, is there any supporting players.
Don't rush in.
Your Decision
Block if the attacker is favourite to win it, attack it if you
are.
Can I get the ball ? If yes-move quickly without hesitation, in
the last few paces you will need to decide whether to dive or not. Looking for
good decision backed by positive action. If you arrive at the same time, I want
mental aggression and determination not to be beaten. communicate Keepers.
If No- Be patient don't commit yourself, don't go too early,make
it as difficult as possible for the attacker. Put pressure on the attacker and
stay on your feet. Give your defenders time to get back by holding him up.
Technique of Saves
Up and along the line.Good attitude to save-be brave.Dive into the path of
the ball.One hand on top and the other behind the ball to trap it. Bring the
ball quickly into the chest,tuck in arms and legs.
You should lead with hands to present widest barrier possible. Raise arm if
necessary to prevent chip. Leading with your feet reduces the barrier.
General rule.If he is right footed look to dive to your left.If
he is left footed look to dive to your right.
Second Save
Good positive attitude. Recover in the line of the goal.
The Opponent dribbles
through the defence and has good control
Assess
Don't react instinctively-assess the situation .Evaluate the ball
carriers control,pace and position of nearest defender.
Decision 1
Player losses control Block if the attacker is favourite to win it,attack it if you are.
Can I get the ball ? If yes-move quickly without hesitation,in the last few
paces you will need to decide whether to dive or not. Looking for good decision
backed by positive action.If you arrive at the same time,I want mental aggression
and determination not to be beaten. Communicate Keepers.
If No-Be patient don't commit yourself,don't go too early,make
it as difficult as possible for the attacker.Put pressure on the attacker and
stay on your feet.Give your defenders time to get back by holding him up.
Decision 2
Player has good control.
Move cautiously up the line and put pressure on the attacker.Try to force
him wide so the defence can get back.Be patient,don't commit yourself-don't
go early.Look for bad control and pounce. Smoother if he gets too close or
has a bad touch.
Stand Up.The opponent is likely to shoot hard and low close to the
Keeper,so you should keep low in the ready position,hands by your knees and
be prepared to save at his feet. Make yourself big. Only dive if your
sure you can win the ball. Dont foul him,you could be sent off.
Make the attacker make the mistake,he is thinking
- Should I go round the Keeper.
- Chip him,
- Sidefoot,
- Blast the ball.
Don't make his decision easy by rushing in.
Throw a Dummy to encourage the attackers decision.
Second Save and Recovery
Good positive attitude. Recover in the line of the goal.
The
Goalkeeping Licence
Notes
from my Exam. Defending in the Defensive 3rd |
