TOPIC / THEME: Attacking Games -Switching play, Penetration and Improvisation in a game

Effective use of Possession in the game by switching the point of attack to penetrate and score goals.

DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE:
A 9v9 game. A simple demonstration of game organization, management and control using Q&A technique to improve players understanding of the key factors relating to Switching play and penetrating and the relationship between the two in a real game situation. This session should clearly identify the need for demonstration and rehearsal in clearly and accurately recreated situations.
ORGANISATION:
	A box to box game (9v9) including GKs on Start position can be from the Goalkeepers. No restrictions. Allow some free play to observe. Explain control methods for the game. Work through key factors in logical sequence Mark the thirds; offside in A1/3 only

KEY OBSERVATION FACTORS:

Create space (Team / Individual) (Mobility, Width & Depth) Creating an overload on one flank (Support, Quality and selection of pass) Diagonal passing ( timing ,accuracy, weight) Timing of runs (exploiting space; Space created,-ball delivered-man arrives) End product

NOTES:

Effective switch play improves penetration and requires all of the above; the emphasis in this session should be creating space and individual mobility to exploit it by overloading one side to switch the point of attack to the other. It is an extension of creating space as a team and as individuals. To achieve this well, good vision and the ability to improvise is required, especially with regard to end product. (scoring a goal)

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