3 zone rondo
Here is a game to emphasize movement through thirds of the field, possession, and timing to runs. Progressions create more success and provide additional choices… Read More »3 zone rondo
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4v1+1v4
This is a fun game to get everyone involved in creating scoring opportunities. It is important to encourage players to look for chances to shoot… Read More »4v1+1v4
X Follow Your Pass
This is a variant of the “follow your pass”. In this version, we have two groups with the ball going back and forth across a… Read More »X Follow Your Pass
Creating a virtual learning environment
For my Ohio University COED 6180 class, I was required to create a “virtual learning environment” (VLE). The intent is to have an online meeting… Read More »Creating a virtual learning environment
Beast Mode Soccer – juggling technique
Beast Mode Soccer (David Copeland Smith) works with many high-level soccer players and has a fantastic Instagram and YouTube channel. Here is an example of… Read More »Beast Mode Soccer – juggling technique
A “seasoned” athlete – part 3
On reflection, it’s hard to pick out a spot where Crossfit as a training vehicle became less important to me In the first few years… Read More »A “seasoned” athlete – part 3
Circle number pass
This is an activity that I’ve used as an icebreaker with new teams or as a change up with an existing team. With move advanced… Read More »Circle number pass
Inside out game
This is a game that I play with all age groups. The graphic show using two goals but poles or flags will work fine as… Read More »Inside out game
6v4 building from the back
This small-sided game can be used with back line players to promote composure and the tactical objective of using width to advance the ball. The… Read More »6v4 building from the back
A “seasoned” athlete – part 2
In reading through part 1, I realized that I glossed over an important part of the story. Coming in at 30% body fat was no… Read More »A “seasoned” athlete – part 2