Pairs beat the defenders
Partners share a ball and try to score in any of three mini goals at an end line, past two or three defenders. After a goal they turn and attack the other end.
- Ages
- U7–U8
- Players
- Pairs with a ball each, 2–3 defenders — one pair shown
- Area
- 25×35 yd
- Time
- 18 min
One example
Dribble at the defender. Do they follow?
Coaching points
- Look up: where are the goals, where are the defenders?
- Dribble at a defender to see if they follow you, then pass.
- Turn your body to your partner before you pass.
- After passing, move forward with your partner.
Equipment: 6 mini goals, a ball per pair, bibs for the defenders
Based on Massachusetts Youth Soccer — U8 Week 9: Groups of 2 vs The Defenders, in our own words.