Small Sided Game | Supporters
Suitable for players aged 7-12 years
SETUP
- Area of up to 30 x 20m. Modify area depending on the number and age of players.
- Divide the players into 3 teams and bib accordingly (Reds / Blues / Yellows).
- Two teams take their place on the pitch (Reds & Blues), one team spread around the outside of the pitch (Yellows – Supporters).
- Have footballs around the area to restart the match quickly.
HOW TO PLAY
- Reds and Blues play in a regular small-sided game, aiming to score in the opponent's goal.
- Yellows (Supporters) play for the team in possession of the ball. If a Red player passes a Supporter the ball, they must pass it back to a Red player.
- Supporters can not be tackled and must remain on the outside of the pitch.
- Supporters are allowed to move up and down the side of the pitch.
- Rotate teams after a certain period of time
PROGRESSION
- Supporters are allowed to pass to each other before passing back into the game
- Supporters are allowed to move around to the touchline (next to the goal)
OUTCOMES
- Vision & Awareness
- Movement to receive the ball
- Passing accuracy