PROGRAM GOALS - Campbell River Youth Soccer Association
CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 PROGRAM GOALS DEVELOP INDIVIDUAL SKILL, TECHNIQUE & SUPPORT LEARN THE RULES OF THE GAME AND BASIC POSITIONING CREATE A FUN & SAFE ENVIRONMENT CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Things to remember when coaching players 11 and under …. Never practice static stretching with this age group, fun tag/chase games are ideal Physical Literacy remains an important part of these activities – twisting, running, reaching, jumping and kicking Warm-ups without the soccer ball should be no more than 10 minutes Warm ups should be fun, appropriate and active (no shooting and players waiting in lines) Give players 30 minutes of game time in practice and at least 15 minutes of free play where the coach only encourages Create competition in your practice! Winning is not everything but they must foster a competitive mentality to maximize their learning Risk management - refrain from taking players for long runs to warm up or coaching a group larger than 14 Make sure there is success in your session and if there isn’t manipulate the practice accordingly Games are all 2v2 to 6v6 (with Goalkeeper) CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 COACHING HABITS Come prepared to each session with plans that have the flexibility to progress and regress the practice if needed – be adaptable! Coaching position area should be on the side, not in the practice – we want the players to feel as comfortable as possible Setup at least 15 minutes beforehand (organize your practice so you can transition to each game seamlessly without having to move equipment around) No cell phone use and hot drinks whilst coaching Wear appropriate soccer attire and try not to wear sunglasses as eye contact is important Fluctuate your tone of voice. For instance when you want to be directive, raise your voice whereas if your asking questions be softer and open Discourage sitting during breaks To develop young soccer players repetition is vital so do not worry if you are repeating the same session a few times, as long as it is developmentally appropriate When demonstrating techniques or skills please make sure you are painting a correct picture, if your not comfortable use a player in your group who is Have standards and expectations – if players a walking, losing focus, goofing off, be assertive… but always ask yourself is my session fun and challenging? Limit coaching points to as little as possible, let them make mistakes and play CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 PLAYER PRACTICE HABITS (expectations within this age group) When players arrive at the field they should be active – dribbling, juggling or playing small possession games (not shooting or inactive) Discourage sitting and incorporate kneeling or standing with their foot on the ball when taking instructions Bring drink bottles to the side of the session Collect their own soccer balls when it is needed Before gameplay the players must fill the goals with balls, then reload on drink breaks and not waiting for a coach to get the game going PLAYERS are responsible for referee calls and making substitutes, when in practice, not coaches Collect equipment when required Players are to understand instructions and staying in the practice area These habits are put in place to build a CRYSA athlete who Communication - eye contact, verbal, high fives is confident in possession and not afraid to express themselves. They show respect to coaches & players and are decision makers on and off the field CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 PLAYER HABITS – 1v1 Attacking and Defending (expectations within this age group) They are confident in the big/small dribble whilst keeping their head up as much as possible Manipulating the soccer ball with different parts of the foot – receiving, turning, juggling, moves Get in line to receive a pass Can play at speed and know when to accelerate and decelerate based on what they see Always looking to play forward and know when to protect or switch play based on what they see Understand basic support around the ball Understand when to pressure the opposition when defending Understand basic defending body position Understand basic defending support around the ball These habits are put in place to build a CRYSA athlete who is confident in possession and not afraid to express themselves. They show respect to coaches & players and are decision makers on and off the field CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 How the Curriculum works… All the activities presented reflect the needs of the CRYSA players at this age group. The CRYSA Curriculum can be carried out in a few ways. One is to follow the session sequential (warm up, small sided game, isolated activity, then game) or you can take a component of the session and run that as a station within a group practice, for instance you could divide the field up in to quadrants and run different activities from the curriculum, with a coach at each station FULL SESSION IN SEQUENCE GROUP PRACTICE FORMAT Isolation Activity Warm up then Isolation Activity Conditional Small Sided Game Unconditional Small Sided Game (20 mins approx.) (20 mins approx. (20 mins approx.) Warm Up Topic e.g. dribbling Unconditional Small Sided Game Conditional Small Sided Game CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Session Plans Session plans are designed to give you a detailed document to plan and implement your soccer practice. Each plan has a diagram with a description adjacent that explains how to organize, how to progress or alternatively regress the session. Key Factors (KF) or also known as Coaching Points serve as your learning outcomes for the session and the techniques/skills you are identifying in the session. Area or gate sizes are all approximate. In the diagram there are graphics that symbolize components of your practice, it is important these are understood so you can deliver the plan. These symbols are as follows Player/participant which will change colour if there are different teams or different roles Larger cone or traffic cone normally used to make a gate, an imaginary line or an obstacle N Neutral Player, can be identified by a different colour Playing area, grid or zone C Coach Movement of players Movement of soccer ball Goal G Goalkeeper (GK) Pinnie (Bib) CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up and dribbling activity-Ghostbusters!! Organisation Approx 20 x 30y grid Players start without balls Activity One player (the ghost) must run away and the Ghostbuster has to chase and stay as close as possible until coach yells ‘freeze!’’ If the tagger can tag the ‘ghost’ from their frozen position they get a point, if not the ghost gets a point Progression 1. Now give a ball to one partner. Repeat whilst dribbling the ball 2. Ball is now placed 3 yards in front of partners anywhere in the grid, on coaches signal they must now compete to keep the ball, whoever has it after 30 secs gets the points Key Factors (KF) Head up looking for spaces. Execution of the big/small dribble Acceleration and deceleration , moves- ways to lose defenders. Changes of direction Have fun, give rests in between where you can deliver coaching points Small sided Game - Dribbling Organisation Fields approx. 22 x 32y 4 gates 4-8y wide 3 or 4 a side + 2 neutrals, no GK Load balls at the centre of the gates Dribble ins are replaced by throw in and corners Activity Players must dribble through the either of the 2 gates they are attacking to score When goal is scored defensive team attack straight away KF Let the rules of the game teach Encourage making decisions based on vision Create space for others and to receive in dangerous areas Support around and away from the ball Be confident in 1v1 When there is a ‘dead end’ we must switch play Play forward first if possible CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolation Activity– Dribbling/Changing Direction/Ball Manipulation Put players into teams (no more than 4 players per team) Organization 5 cones in front with a central point and 3 different cones/poles in front Distances depend on ability/age Activity Begin without balls , the first player has to touch all cones in any order The player behind must chase copying the first players direction whilst trying to tag them (give 1st player a head start) Introduce a ball each now players must start in the centre of the 5 cones They dribble round each of the four surrounding each time returning to the middle cone then around the final 3 bigger cones to finish Once players become comfortable turn into a race Key Factors Physical Literacy Ball Mastery – Dribble forward with front/outside laces. Turns, ball manipulation (challenge players to use sole, inside, outside and laces- demo if you can!) FUN COMPETITION! Free play game – This will take place after every Isolated Activity for at least 15 minutes. This is ‘player time’. Let them have fun and be safe. Keep their own scores, own referee calls, they collect and reload balls. Just encourage. If you have many players setup 2 fields adjacent and take your place in the middle ensuring you can facilitate both. Organization Approx. 25 x 35 y Maximum 5v5, GK’s are optional, all balls behind goals that are reloaded on drink breaks Throw-ins are replaced with dribble & kick ins, encourage short passes for corners kicks Activity Let them play whilst encouraging to play forward when possible and remind them of their diamond shape for support Key Factors FUN! Learning the game CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up and Dribbling Activity Organization 20 x 30y grid, different coloured pinnies scattered, 8-12 players spaced out Activity Begin without a ball players move around the grid in different ways (skipping, jumping, hopping, running) When coach yells a colour they must touch all the pinnies of that colour then put their hands in the air Progression 1. Now touch with different body part each time 2. Now each player has a ball each and touch the pinnie with the ball using dribbling techniques. 3. Instead of calling hold up the pinnie so players have to see what to do next 4. Let players see how many they can dribble to in a minute Key Factors FUN! Physical literacy, introducing ball control and ball master, spatial awareness Small Sided Game - Dribbling Organisation Fields approx.. 22 x 32y with end zones 4-8y wide marked with cones on the side and no more than 3 across the field, 3v3 or 4v4 + Neutral no GK Load balls at the ends of the field, dribble ins or short passes are replaced by throw in and corners Activity As a team they score a goal by getting one player to dribble into the end zone, after this they give the ball to the other team so they can attack. No players can go into their own zone to defend Progression 1. When they score play continues and they attack the other end so play is non-stop 2. Defenders can now go into the zone once a point has been scored, this will force the attacker to get out and play quick Key Factors Let the rules of the game teach Encourage making decisions based on vision Create space for others and to receive in dangerous areas Support around and away from the ball Be confident in 1v1 Always look to play forward first CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolated Activity – 1V1 Attacking Organisation Grid is 8-12y x 8-15y /gates are 3-5y No more than eight players (run 2 grids along side each other if numbers are large) All balls are at one end with defenders Activity Start as a tag game without balls, blue player must try and get through the gates opposite without yellow tagging Introduce balls, Defender passes to attacker who attempts to dribble through either gate for 1 point If defender wins possession they can score by dribbling through gates at opposite end Afterwards they switch lines (this rotation is very important as this develops transition and understanding of movement after the ball) Progression 1.Attack the middle gate 2.Start from an angle behind the gate Regression Add a pause line (marked with cones as shown) that when the defender crosses this they cannot retreat behind it giving the attacker more room for success Instead of a pass to setup the attack, let the attacker dribble in themselves (balls are then passed back down to attackers that are waiting) Key Factors Get in line, body position, positive first touch, head up and assess, dribble toward defender, wait for delay or commitment then execute change in direction or end product. CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up – Running with the ball Organization 15 x 20y grid with small grid inside 8x8y Players start without a ball Players have to get from each side to the next without being tagged off the defender, if they do roles switch Progression 1. Outside players all have a ball and have to get across the other side to get a point . Defenders now have to steal the ball to switch out 2. Increase the defenders 3. Decrease the size KF Players make decisions on when and where to run based on where the pressure is and what they see (big spaces to run into) Acceleration and deceleration at appropriate times Small ball touches for close control big for sprinting Small sided game - Dribbling and switching play Organization Approx. 20y x 30y 5 gates 3y in length. Balls around sides for quick play. 2 teams no more than 5v5 + 2 Neutrals. Have subs on the fly or 2 games going on Activity Teams score points by dribbling through gates. Play is non stop, score as many as possible Cant go through the same gate the player has just scored in Progression 1. Score a point by getting 2 gates in a row 2. After a goal they must attack a gate in the opposite half Regression 1. Make the gates bigger and or decrease the number of gates 2. Decrease the playing numbers Key Factors Let the rules of the game teach. Encourage making decisions based on vision Create space for others and to receive in dangerous areas Be confident in 1v1 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolated Activity - Ball Mastery Organization 20 x 30y with 5 gates 2-5y in length Each player has a ball Activity Players dribble into space and through gates manipulating the ball with all surfaces of the foot. Introduce turns, feints and moves such as scissors, Ronaldo chop, Maradona (spend time on doing this give 1 on 1 help after quick group demo ) (Give them options don’t direct the players on what to do) Let players make up their own routine by combining moves Progression 1. Competition of how many gates a player can dribble through in a minute 2. 2 players become defenders, with pinnies in hand, who try to steal the ball from the defenders. 3. They give the pinnie to player they have dispossessed. 4. Attackers can ‘hide’ in gates for 3 seconds to avoid defenders KF Use all surfaces of the foot-sole, inside, outside, laces. Encourage deceleration, acceleration and head up. Teach turns , moves and the correct dribble technique and running with the ball END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up – Dribbling King and Queen of the ring! Organization 20 x 25 grid Every player has a ball ‘joker’ is in the middle Activity Players must try and keep their ball in the grid without the joker kicking their balls away When their ball is kicked away they have to leave the area perform sole taps, inside taps Progression 1. Joker now has to steal the ball, roles are then switched 2. Add more jokers 3. Make 2 teams whoever has all their balls in the ring after a minute wins 5 points, make it a competition! KF Close control and acceleration. Head up after every touch. Have fun be interactive Quick transition-when they win it get away quick, when they lose it get it back quick! Small sided game - Dribbling and switching play Organization Approx. 20y x 30y 5 gates 3y in length. Balls around sides for quick play. 2 teams no more than 5v5 + 2 Neutrals. Have subs on the fly or 2 games going on Activity Teams score points by dribbling through gates Play is non stop, score as many as possible. Cant go through the same gate the player has just scored in Progression 1. Score a point by getting 2 gates in a row 2. After a goal they must attack a gate in the opposite half Regression Decrease the playing numbers Make the gates bigger and take away 2 Key Factors Let the rules of the game teach. Encourage making decisions based on vision Create space for others and to receive in dangerous areas Be confident in 1v1 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolated Activity Dribbling/Turning/Passing -Treasure Hunt Organisation 20x20 grid 5x5 square in the centre with 7 balls Players evenly distributed in teams at the four corners in front of pug nets Activity One player at a time takes 1 ball and dribbles ball into their goal Next player goes. When all balls are gone there will be a winner with the most balls. Progression 1. Can steal from other teams (One tagger can stay near their goal and tag players and they have to return to their corner) 2. Must put balls in other teams goals, team with no balls in their goal wins the game Key Factors Turning, - Break down different turns (Cruyff, drag back, inside, outside cut) Spatial awareness, visual decision making, acceleration –introduction of the instep pass END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V5 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up – Running with the ball. Make your move race! Organization 20 x 25 grid Two lines of players defenders and attackers. Two gates 3-5y at either end/side of the grid Activity Attackers start the race, as soon as they leave their static position the race is on to see who can reach the gate first (attackers can fake start with feints) 2 points awarded for far gate, 1 for nearest one. After the race they switch lines Progression • Vary racing technique– bunny hops, skipping, hopping, crawling • Now everyone has a ball . Same rules apply as soon as the attacker leaves to dribble through the gates the defender can go KF Physical Literacy – Using different parts of the body at speed. Using the laces to explode with the ball into space (big dribble) and when to keep it closer with the small. Learning to apply control with speed/semi pressure. FUN competitions! Small Sided Game – Running with the ball Organization 20-25y x25-35y grid with a channel another 5 yards either side of the field for 4 targets 3v3 with 4 targets who can move along their sideline till half way When 3 goals are scored swap with losers and come on immediately as ball is passed to them from their GK to attack. All outs begin with the nearest target who cannot be tackled and can shoot Activity Game involves giving repetition to the wide targets to run with the ball Progression Limited touches on the 3v3 Regression Add Neutral’s Key Factors Targets using the laces to drive into space and decision-making when attacking Let the game teach and encourage players to be confident on the ball and exploit space in front of them Mobility to provide space and opportunities to score Look to open the body out when receiving and play forward with speed CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 This is a key activity that is recommended to repeat throughout your program in Warm Ups’ and Isolated Activities. This builds transitional habits which will give your players urgency and understand the importance of making decisions at speed. Isolation Activity 1V1 and transition from attack to defence Organization Approx. 50 x 30 split in to 2 lanes with small goals on one side All players have a ball each Cones marking attackers starting point and a shooting zone (No more than 4 stood in line, run extra identical grid if coaches numbers permit) Activity First attacker runs and scores into the net straight ahead of them As soon as this happens the next attacker (blue) does the same but the yellow must close them down and try to block/win possession As soon as the second attacker scores they pressure the next yellow attacker If the defender wins the ball they score too but the rotation stays the same Progression 1. Player can score in any goal and return to the opposite line 2. Players can only score when they are past the green marker (shooting zone) Regression Players close down players coming from behind them (in their line) instead of in the next group Key Factors Dribble forward at speed based on visual cue of attacker scoring Head up to assess pressure and goal position Make decisions based on pressure and spatial awareness Change speed and direction, manipulation of the ball and close finishing Not much coaching is needed it’s a fun, active game that focuses on transition (what to do after they have scored) You may have to keep reminding them to close down but this will create good habits. END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up - 1V1 Transition Organization 20 x 25 grid Dribbling Space Invaders! Each player in the middle has a ball, half the group are on the outside without a ball Activity When the coach calls they run into the grid to try and steal a ball After a minute play is stopped, whoever has the ball keeps possession for the next round…repeat and see who can stay in the most amount of times Make 2 teams whoever has all their ball in the ring after a minute wins 5 points, make it a competition! KF Close control and accelerate and decelerate Change direction, add moves and feints Shield protect the ball Vision and awareness of invaders and others Quick transition-when they win it get away quick, when they lose it get it back quick! Small sided game – Dribbling and creating space Organization Approx. 20y x 30y 5 x 5y box in the middle of the grid. Balls around sides for quick play 2 teams no more than 5v5. Have subs on the fly or 2 games going on Activity Teams score points by dribbling through the square. Only the player in possession can enter the square Play is non stop, score as many as possible Progression 1. Score a point by getting 2 boxes in a row without the other team touching the ball 2. One defender is allowed in the square Regression 1. Make square bigger 2. Decrease the playing numbers KF Let the rules of the game teach Encourage making decisions based on vision Attackers provide outlet for transition when ball is won Support in areas where they can attack or pull defenders apart CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolated Activity - 1v1 and individual possession Organization 20 x 25 grid Two lines of players defenders and attackers. Two gates 3-5y at either end/side of the grid Activity Defender passes to the first attacker who attempts to dribble through either gate (furthest one is worth 2 points nearest 1 point) As soon as the attacker touches the ball the defender can retrieve the ball and score through a gate themselves. When the two are fished they change lines and the next two enter Regression 1. Attackers gets 2 touches before it is live 2. Attackers start in possession and dribble out to begin activity KF The pass must be accurate aiming for the back foot. Receive side on and push ball forward exploding in to space. When to use big/small dribble Change direction, add moves and feints Shield protect the ball by getting across defender Vision and awareness of gates and pressure Quick transition-when they win it get away quick, when they lose it get it back quick! END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up - dribbling and ball protection Pirates vs Sailors !! Organization 25x25y Grid 2 small goals in the middle back to back 8 sailors have balls 4 pirates without Activity Pirates must steal the ships from the sailors and score, if they do this they switch roles and become the sailor The sailor can take his ship back by tackling, if the ball goes out the sailor keeps his ship (ball) Progression Make 2 teams , one of pirates one of sailors, when a goal is scored they must go to outside and juggle then they return, coach counts how many they got outside in a minute, then roles change as the next group try to beat the record Key Factors (KF) Dribbling, running with the ball, instep pass into the goal, shielding change of speed/direction, turning and awareness…FUN!! Small sided game - Switching play and creating space 3v3 or 4v4+1 neutral Organization Approx. 25x25y grid Run 2 to 3 grids if possible or have subs on the fly Activity A team gains a point by scoring in either goal, when a goal is scored the other team gets a ball from either end and attacks instantly Progression 1. Add a zone around the goals that they cannot go into 2. Take away neutral Regression 1. Add more neutrals 2. Play is not live until the first attacker has had 2 touches 3. Add another goal KF Make decisions based on what is happening, can they shoot, pass or dribble? Create space around and away from the ball, take up dangerous positions to score CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 N N Isolated Activity - 1v1 with neutrals-pro-active passing, receiving and dribbling Organization Approx. 10x15y grid, cones making gates for neutrals who can move between them, 1v1 in the middle Mark halfway with cones Run 2 to 3 grids if possible with players waiting on the outside as the activity is intense Activity For 1 point attacker must transfer the ball from one end of the grid to the other neutral, when they do this play continues and they must receive the ball again and attempt it the other way Progression Attacker must dribble over halfway before they release the ball Regression 1. Defending player has to stay on the half way line 2. Play is not live until the first attacker has had 2 touches Key Factors (KF) Check off/move from defender. Open body out facing forward when receiving from neutral, receive on back foot if possible Head up before and after receiving, look for space/channel to pass then execution of the instep pass END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up - Dribbling/Turning/Passing Organization Approx. 20y x 30y split in half with 3 cones Each team in their own half Activity Start without balls, players must pick up balls with their hands their and place in their opponents half. They must continue to remove soccer balls from their own half till the coach stops the game Whichever team has the least amount of soccer balls in their half is the winner Progression 1. Now use balls to dribble 2. Pass the balls into each other’s half KF Dribbling at speed, control, ball mastery Spatial awareness, head up, getting in line, passing technique/weight and accuracy N N Small Sided Game – Possession/Pro-active passing Organization Approx. 20x25y grid, cones mark half way point. Targets at either end who can move laterally and cannot be tackled, Rotate positions every few mins. Run 2 to 3 grids if possible or subs on the fly 3v3 or 4v4+1 Neutral+2 targets Activity For 1 point teams must transfer the ball from one end of the grid to the other neutral When ball is won they must pass to a neutral immediately to establish which direction they are going in Progression 1. Each player must touch the ball before it is passed to the neutral 2. Use the halfway as an offside line so players cannot receive beyond before the ball has been played Regression 1. Less players and an extra neutral 2. Play is not live until the first attacker has had 2 touches Key Factors (KF) Open body out facing forward when receiving from neutral, receive on back foot if possible Head up before and after receiving. Basic support width, depth and length that is continually adjusted throughout play. Mobility around and away from the ball outnumbering opposition CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolated Activity - Short Passing Organization 3 channels 3-6y x 3-10y Every player has a ball 3 small goals Cones at the point where the pass is taking place Activity First players from each line pass the ball into the goal, then retrieve their ball then join the back of the line Progression 1. Make it a race, each channel is now a team Players must score for the next player to pass, if they miss they must retrieve the ball and try again from same spot. When all players are complete they are finished, make it a competition. 2. Increase distance Regression Decrease the distance or allow a dribble before the pass Key Factors (KF) Get in line of the target. Standing foot next to the ball roughly pointing towards the target. Use instep to push through the middle of the ball and follow through END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm Up 2v2 chase! Organization Fields approx.. 22 x 32y 4 gates approx. 3-5y at each corner of the field and halfway marked out If numbers permit have two games going on side by side or subs on the fly 4-6 players at each end in line behind gates but leaving a gap for players to run through. Load balls at the centre of the gates Activity 2v1 with no balls – designate attackers and defenders. Attackers must get through gates opposite without being tagged, if tagged roles switch, if player makes through the gate they join that line to attack the other way Progression 1. Replace the gates with goals, 2v2 with a ball, attackers must attempt to pass into the goals, if the ball is won roles are reversed 2. They must get over half way to score Key Factors Encourage making decisions based on vision..Can I move forward or do I have to change direction? Understand when to pass the ball and execute the correct weight and direction Small sided game - Switching Play/Passing Organization Fields approx.. 22 x 32y 4 small goals at each corner of the field If numbers permit have two games going on side by side or subs on the fly Two teams 3 or 4 a side + 1 neutral no GK. Load balls at the centre of the gates . Dribble ins are replaced by throw in and corners Activity Players must score into either of the gates they are attacking to score When goal is scored defensive team attack straight away Key Factors Let the rules of the game teach. Encourage making decisions based on vision Create space for others and to receive in dangerous areas . Support around and away from the ball Play forward first if possible but hen there is a ‘dead end’ can we switch play? CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 2 5 4 3 Isolated activity that provides that fundamentals of receiving and progressing the ball forward. Playing out of defence and through the midfield all require these basic skills therefore these activities are encouraged to develop a ‘possession’ style of play 2v1 Passing and receiving Organization Approx. 10x15y grid, cones mark 5-10y zone in the middle for defender Lines no longer than 3 players, at either end 2v1 in the middle, Run 2 to 3 grids if possible Activity Object of the game is to transfer the ball from 1 to 3 and then back the other way constantly, whoever passes the ball out goes out to the end of that line and the receiving player enters the play to continue the activity. The defender must try and steal possession. When 1 passes to 2 they can pass straight to 3 or pass to 5 who can then pass to 3 who will attack as 5 joins their line. If defender steals they rotate with the player they stole from Progression Make the gird in the middle smaller Regression Attacker can receive outside the grid where defender cannot enter Key Factors (KF) Pass to first attacker must carry the appropriate weight and accuracy. Attacker must try to open body out facing forward when receiving , receive on back foot if possible Head up before and after receiving. Movement of team mate supporting in wide area or in behind defender END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up – Passing & Receiving tag game Organization 25x25y Grid 2 with 2 balls in play the rest around the edge Activity Players must throw/catch ball to each other. Two taggers with pennies in hand try to tag players. When tagged you pick up the dropped pennie. If you have a ball in your hands you cannot be tagged but can only hold on to it for 3 seconds then you must throw it to somebody else Progression Instead of throwing/catch it is now passing and receiving with feet Key Factors (KF) Physical Literacy. Passing technique, visual awareness of defenders and team mates. Small sided game - Passing/ switching play Organization Approx. 20y x 30y 5 gates 3y in length. Balls around sides for quick play 2 teams no more than 5v5 + 2 Neutrals Have subs on the fly or 2 games going on Activity Teams score points by passing to a team mate through a gate Play is non stop, score as many as possible Progression Score a point by getting 2 gates in a row After a goal they must attack a gate in the opposite half Regression Just work with 2 gates at either ends of the field Decrease the playing numbers Key Factors Understanding when to pass/move the ball quickly. Support around the ball, create space, open body out to receive. Communication. Let the rules of the game teach CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Isolation activity short passing and receiving Organisation 12-15y x 18-25y Grid. 10 players in partners with one ball with a 3-5y gate each Activity Partners pass the ball back & forth Progression 1. Vary ways of receiving – instep, push across with outside of the foot, sole 2. One touch passing 3. Designate one partner to stay in the gate while the others move around receiving passes off different players, rotate after 1 minute 4. Make 1 or 2 players taggers, with pennie in their hands, if a player has a ball they can be tagged, when they are tagged taking the pinnie and switching roles Key Factors (KF) Accurate passing with correct technique, always on balls of their feet and receiving in line and side on. Awareness and communication END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up – Lose your marker/defender! Organization Grid approx. 25 x x30y split in to 2 with 2 teams facing each other in a line. 4-6 cones are set out in front staggered, 3 different cones are placed along the centre line with 2 gates at either side, no balls to begin with Activity Designate an attacking team and a defending team. The first players from each line move slalom in and out of the cones then sprint to the middle where the attacker chooses a gate and tires to sprint through it without being tagged by the defender Attacker can fake direction but when past the final red cone must go for that gate Progression 1. Variation of movements around cones i.e. backwards shuffle, touch the cones, use hurdles or pinnies to jump/hop 2. Each player has ball now does the same but dribbles/runs with the ball KF Physical Literacy – Jumping, hopping, reaching and running Fake, exaggerate upper body movement then explode into space Ball mastery, dribbling, turning and running with the ball techniques, awareness FUN! Make this a competition C Small sided game – Creating space, possession, switching play Organization Approx. 20 x 30 with 2 goals in the middle no more than 4v4 + 1 Neutral Coach has balls at the side to feed in Other teams ready on the side, run 2 grids if possible Activity Coach plays in the ball and teams must score in either goal, first one to 3 then next 4 players in Progression All team mates must touch the ball before a goal is scored Add GK’s and a ‘keeper zone’ Regression Add more goals KF Head up to assess pressure and goal position Move ball away from opposition and create space in and around goals to exploit. Be patient and support in dangerous areas to score. Body position has to be as open as possible when receiving. CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 C C Isolated Activity – Turning, keeping possession, basic finishing Organization 8-12y x 5-8y 2 goals Many soccer balls with the coach in between the lines Lines no bigger than 4 players, run two sessions if there is sufficient coaches 2 lines of players Activity Coach rolls 2 balls into the field One players from each line are playing , whoever scores in their goal first gets a point Make sure to pick one goal for each team at the beginning so they know where they are scoring Progression 1. Use only one ball so they have to compete, scoring in any goal 2. Put the goals in the middle back to back (as shown) giving different angles 3. High five last player in the line before they enter the field 4. Have players coming from different angles Key Factors Play with speed, understand the area and where to attack Very basic shooting/kicking action-don’t coach technique Players must come out of the area when finished Don’t coach, let them have fun, cheer and give them plenty of chance to score END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 1 G G Warm up – Receiving/Dribbling/Shooting Organization Grid approx. 15 x 20, 2 black cones designating a scoring line, 2 red gates 3-5 yards and a small goal (use bigger if needed for success) 3-5 players per activity (setup another grid if needed) No balls to begin with Activity Player who is stood in between the gates starts the race. Whichever gate he goes through the player facing must go through the other gate and try and tag them before they get past the scoring line. Player who starts the race can fake as it only starts when they leave their standing position. Points are scored for finishing first without being tagged or tagging somebody Progression 1. Now they must touch the 2 cones of the gate before crossing the scoring line 2. Introduce balls, 1 passes to 2 back and forth until then 1 makes a break through one of the gates to score in the goal from any distance, 2 must chase to tag before the score a goal Key Factors Physical Literacy – Jumping, hopping, reaching and running Fake, exaggerate upper body movement then explode into space Ball mastery, dribbling, turning and running with the ball techniques, awareness. FUN! Make this a competition Shooting and finishing SSG Organization 18-25y x25-34y grid (narrow for more scoring opportunities) 4v4 with GK’s + 4 targets who can move along their sideline till half way 2-2-1 formation striker cannot come into his own half Balls by the GK, no throw ins or corners play from GK When 2 goals are scored targets come on immediately and ball is passed to them from their GK to attack, losing team become targets Activity Play is quick and object is to score as quickly as possible whilst keeping possession Scoring team stays on, losing leaves quick as possible Progression Limited touches on the targets and on the strikers Key Factors Mobility to provide space and opportunities to score. Adjust body shape quickly to strike, first touch into striking path. Striker should stretch the field look to link up but also create chances to turn and score CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 G Isolated Activity – Shooting & finishing Shooting Organization 1 goal with GK (if you have 2 rotate regularly) 2 gates 5y either side of the goals with spare balls 2 boxes 5y x 5y 7-20y away from goal (dependent on age and ability) Teammates facing each other diagonally Activity Starts with a serving pass from the gate beside the goal The first attacker approaches and shoots then joins the line where the pass came from Server joins opposite line, now the next team go 8 and under DO NOT USE GK’S (if it is too easy progress) Keep Score-competition!! If GK saves he gives the ball to the sides Players who are in line make sure there is always spare balls Teams switch sides after 5 or 10 Progression 1. Limit touches 2. Increase distance from goal 3. Get opposite team to serve then add pressure, keep same rotation Regression-(important for younger players) 1. Remove GK’s 2. Decrease distance 3. Roll the ball instead of pass Key Factors (KF) Approach, get in line and first touch to set up strike Correct use of techniques – instep/laces/lob Bodyst ance before and after strike e.g.. for power land on striking foot Head up to judge GK position Keep the session flowing to allow repetition END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 WITH GK’s CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Warm up - Storm the castles!! Organization 20 x 25 grid 20x30 grid 5 to 7 balls placed on top of cones Defenders vs Attackers approx. 8-12 players Activity Attackers must knock down all the balls, if they are tagged before they must go back to their ‘land’ and do jumping jacks. Game is played for 90 secs then roles swapped Progression Remove cones each attacker now has a ball and tries to dribble passed the defenders line. Defenders must choose an attacker and only tackle that individual Regression No tackling work on the jockeying technique Key Factors Physical Literacy. Defending techniques of getting low, side on trying to deny them space whilst keeping touching distance Defending 1v1 2v2 SSG Organization Fields approx.. 22 x 32y 2 Pug Goals (double up for younger ages) 4 a side (if more use neutrals or 3 teams with one waiting off field) no GK’s Load balls behind goals Short passes are taken for throw ins and corners Attackers cannot go into their own half Defenders cannot go into opposition half Activity Normal game but conditions will isolate defenders in 2v2 situations KF Let the rules of the game teach Encourage making decisions based on vision Defenders must work together remain compact supply depth and prioritize risk Attackers provide outlet for transition when ball is won CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 C Isolated Activity - Basic Defending Organization 8-12y x 5-8y, 2 goals (big size use 2 pug nets if needed). Many soccer balls with the coach Lines no bigger than 4 players, run two sessions if there is sufficient coaches, 2 lines of players behind the cones Activity Coach passes to Attacker who dribbles forward, scores for 1 point Defender tries to stop attacker, on winning possession can score in goal opposite When play is done join opposite lines Progression 1.Defenders pass to attackers 2.Change delivery point giving different angles e.g.., from halfway point 3.Play 2v2 Regression 1. Attackers dribble in instead of receiving a pass 2. Attackers have a limited time to score e.g... 3-5 secs Key Factors Approach attacker on a curved run blocking goal, get low, side on get set and deny them space Stay with them, be patient look for mistake from attacker, Push them away from goal, try and win the ball 2v2-stay together, support by blocking goal but being aware of 2nd attacker As ball is passed apply pressure communicate, transition to attack END WITH FREE PLAY GAME 4V4 OR 5V5 CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Session Topic – Small group possession Organization Approx. 35 x 22y grid split into 2 with 5 players in each, each group has a ball Activity Start with throwing and catching keep away – I player has the pinnie in hand and when they win the ball they switch roles with that player Progression 1. Now introduce a passing with feet 2. Use 1 ball between the 2 grids when all players have touched the ball it is passed over to the other side, rules still apply with defenders 3. Limit touches Regression 1. Defender only has to touch the ball to win possession 2. Defender cannot tackle but only block passes Key Factors Correct pass technique and weight/accuracy. Body shape, awareness and understanding when to play quick or when to hold the ball (based on positon of defenders) Small sided game – Pro-active passing Organization 15-22y x 20 -30y grid 10 players, 3v3 or 4v4 plus 2 neutrals at each end, who can move laterally but cannot pass to each other and cannot be tackled. Neutrals CAN pass straight through the middle to each other. Coach has balls at the side for quick play Activity Possession team must use the neutrals to transfer the ball from one target to the end targets. Defending team must prevent this, if they win possession and pass to a target, they become the possession team and can score points. Progression Neutrals can pass to each other in an attempt to break defenders apart Add a neutral Regression 1. Make field narrower so attackers don’t have much space 2. Limit their touches on the ball Key Factors (KF) In order to this game to be realistic the attacking team must be able to provide mobility and have the ability to connect a pass from one end to the other Defenders must stay compact and prevent the pass all the way through, plus closing down the ball. In wide areas defenders must work to guide the play in field with their body shape, denying the attackers space and time. Get together, stay together and communicate CAMPBELL RIVER YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION CURRICULUM – U10 Session Topic – Small group possession Organization Triangle approx. 5x5 one defender in the middle with 3 players on the outside. Setup however many you need based on numbers. Defender cannot leave the triangle but can only intercept passes. Attackers cannot enter the triangle Activity Start with throwing and catching keep away to gain the understanding of pass and move appropriately – defender has the pinnie in hand and when they win the ball they switch roles with that player Progression 1. Now introduce a passing with feet 2. Limit touches 3. Make triangle smaller Regression Make triangle bigger Key Factors Correct pass technique and weight/accuracy. Body shape, awareness and understanding when to play quick or when to hold the ball (based on positon of defenders) END WITH FREE PLAY 5v5 GAME WITH GK’S
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