Small Sided Game | Triangle Game
Suitable for players aged 7-8 years
SETUP
- Create an area up to 30m x 20m. Modify the size depending on the number of players
- Set up a triangle with 3m sides in the centre of the area
- Divide the players into two teams with bibs
- Place as many balls as possible around the area for fast re-starts
HOW TO PLAY
- Teams try to score by passing the ball through any side of the triangle securely to a teammate on the other side
- Play does not stop when a goal is scored, instead, the team keeps possession and looks to score through another side
- There are no throw-ins, rather the ball is passed in as soon as a ball goes out of play
PROGRESSION
INTERMEDIATE: Specify which foot can be used to pass or score Assign 2 specific sides of the triangle that can be scored through by each team
ADVANCED: Limit the number of touches players can take e.g. 2 touches only
OUTCOMES
- Dribbling and changing direction with the head up
- Dribbling using different parts of the foot
- Passing over short distances with both feet
- Awareness of space to move into to receive and keep the ball
- Change the direction of play quickly
- Defending skills