Coaching Intermediate players at TST
(Level 3 and 4: U8 - u12 depending on when they join the program)
At this level, players spend the first 3rd of the session isolating footwork.
Sessions format;
1. Isolate footwork
2. Play tech games
3. Play SSG (2v2s or 3v3s with specific rules depending on age)
Isolating footwork
There are a number of possible approaches.
- Pick a key fundamental technique and ensure that this is in each pattern:
- EG Practice footwork patterns that end with a little toe touch
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- Pick a group of FFPs (which cover a number of different directions/game scenarios) and work on these:
- EG Practice 1 footowrk patterns that move the ball :- Laterally only: Lateral and forward; Lateral and back : Turns : 90 degree change of direction (Drag V)
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As players develop then introduce other FFPs or combine FFPs in creative but game functional ways
Tech Games : Must always give loads of chance to use the footwork practiced
SSGs; Click here for rules
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