Three vs One ( 3 v 1) Possession
The following drill is useful as a lead-up exercise for a training session that focuses on the development of passing and receiving skills coupled with effective player movement off-the-ball. Emphasis is placed upon proper angle of support, effective use of the first touch to create time and space, and quick ball movement. Number of Players: Four; three attackers versus one defenders.
Objectives: To develop optimal positioning of support players; to execute passing and receiving skills under pressure of an opponent; to improve a player's first touch of the ball Organization: Designate three attackers and one defender per group. Position markers to outline an area of approximately 12 yards square for each group. Use colored scrimmage vests to differentiate attackers from the defender. All players position within the grid; the three-player (attacking) team has possession of the ball to begin. One ball required per grid.
Procedure: Attackers play "keepaway" from the single defender who can gain possession by intercepting a pass and/or tackling the ball. If the defender steals the ball, or the ball travels out of the area, the ball is immediately returned to a member of the attacking team and the drill continues. Play for 3 to 5 minutes, then designate a different player as the defender and repeat the drill. Continue playing until all four players have taken a turn as the defender. Award the attacking team 2 points for eight (8) consecutive passes without loss of possession. Award the defender 1 point for each time he or she steals the ball, or forces the attackers to play the ball out of the area. The team scoring the most points after time has elapsed wins the round. Time: Four rounds of 3 to 5 minutes each (each player serves as the defender for one round)
Coaching Tips: Attacking players should continually readjust their positions in response to movement of the ball. They should always position at a "wide angle" of support to create an open passing lane for the player on the ball. Increase the size of the area for novice/beginning players, and reduce the number of consecutive passes required to score points. Decrease area size for advanced players. The coach can also impose restrictions on advanced players to make the game more challenging. For example, limit the attackers to three or fewer touches to receive, control, and pass the ball, or possibly add a second defender to the drill.
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