Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): IMG Academy Soccer - Introductory Practice - WK#1 / #1

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Oisin Crean
Name: Oisin Crean
City: Bradenton
Country: United States of America
Membership: Adult Member
Sport: Football/Soccer
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IMG Academy Soccer - Introductory Practice - PSC#1 / WK#1 / #1

Team Function: Activation & Preparation (Pre Season)

Moment of Game: Transition to Attack (TTA)

Phase of Play: Create (Zone 4)

Game Concepts: Quick Ball Movement

Game References: Wide Channel with #7, #10 or #11 (Ball), Support Around Ball (Teammates), Defense is Unbalanced (Opponents), Wide Channels & Half Spaces in Zone 4 (Space)

Game Actions: Verbal & Non Verbal Cues, Decision Making, Receiving / Passing / Dribbling

Counter Principle: Delay - Deny Ball Progression

Coach Considerations: Discuss (allow play to flow with occasional individual references)

Individual Influence (Primary): Attacking Center Midfielders (4-2-3-1 = #7, #10, #11)

Performance Outcome: # of successful entries for ACM (#7/#10/#11) in wide channels & half spaces in Zone 4



Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Field Set Up

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Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Field Set Up
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Field Set Up (15 mins)

Activity 1 = Red Cones - Warm Up

2 x Boxes - 12x12yds


Activity 2 = Yellow Cones - Mobility & Passing Patterns

4 x Boxes - 10x10yds


Activity 3 = Goals / Corner of Field - 2v2 + 2 x Target Players to 4 Goals

2 - 4 Goals placed on lines in corner of field (depending on equipment)


Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Orientation Stage: Warm Up & Activation

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Orientation Stage: Warm Up & Activation (15 mins)

Warm Up & Activation


Warm Up & Rondos


Activity Duration

15 Minutes

Organization

2 x 12 x 12yd Boxes

- Initially players perform jogging, stretching & activation activities between the cones in lines facing each other. Introduce ball as soon as possible.

- Progress to 6v2 Rondo's with Defenders in for a maximum of 30 seconds each time. Consider only interceptions or mistakes (non contact).

Objective

- Keep possession - consider point system on split passes

Progression

- Possible touch limit on players - 2 touch - 1 touch

- Introduce bonus points for nutmegs

Key Coaching Points

- Ensure activity is low intensity from start to finish. Monitor player effort.

- Observe and interact with players. Avoid over coaching player actions.


Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Learning Stage: Passing Patterns & Mobility

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Learning Stage: Passing Patterns & Mobility (15 mins)

Passing Patterns & Mobility


Passing Patterns & Mobility


Activity Duration

15-20 Minutes

Organization

4 x 10x10yd Boxes - Groups of 6-8 Players at Each Area

- Initially players pass & follow their pass to right & left

- Progress to combinations on each pass

- Every 2-3 Minutes coach calls 'change' and players move through center circle performing a mobility exercise led by the coach

Objective

- Can introduce competition through number of rotations around box (first to 10/15/20). Know that this will increase intensity so do not use for prolonged period.

Progression

- Players to change groups as they work through center circle to build relationships with different teammates

Key Coaching Points

- Ensure activity is low intensity.

- Activity can be repetitive if ran for prolonged period so change boxes and work through center on regular intervals (1-1.5 minutes suggested)


Football/Soccer Session Plan Drill (Colour): Implementation Stage: 2v2 + 2 x Target Players to 4 Goals

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Implementation Stage: 2v2 + 2 x Target Players to 4 Goals (15 mins)

2v2 + 2 x Target Players to 4 Goals


2v2 + 2 x Target Players (GK's)


Activity Duration

15-20 Mins (3 x 5 Minute Games)

Organization

4 Goal Game in 15x15yd Area (adapt for age & stage of group)

Play in corner of field as repetitive actions may cut up grass

Objective

First team to 10 goals wins - play best of 3 games (emphasis on competition)

Progression

Can play 4th game (if not at max time) - 'winner takes all'

Key Coaching Points

- Consider size of group - work:rest ratios should be high (easier with 20+ players)

- Do not stop / freeze activity - make individual coaching points to players as they transition off

- Emphasize awareness & decision making aswell as game actions - introduction to communication (C) - decision making (D) & execution (E) approach


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