Small Sided Game | Target Players
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.
- Insert two “end zones” at each end of the pitch. These are the areas for target players to play in.
- Divide the players into 2 teams and bib accordingly (Reds / Blues).
- One target player from each team starts in their team’s “end zone”.
- 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.
- In order to score, teams must pass the ball to their target player, who lays off for a teammate to shoot unopposed.
- Defenders are not allowed to enter their defensive end zone.
- Rotate target players on a regular basis.
PROGRESSION
- One defender is allowed to follow an attacker, once a target player has laid the ball off
- Target players are not allocated but any team player can move into the end zone at any point
- If a team score a goal without using a target player = 1pt
- If a team score a goal using a target player = 3pts
OUTCOMES
- Short and long passing
- Supporting runs
- Receiving to play forwards
- Shooting with power or accuracy