Training cycle

Defensive Animation

2 weeks
6 sessions
U18 - Seniors
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Defensive Animation
Sessions per week: 1 2 3

About this cycle

This cycle focuses on collective defensive functioning and the movement of the team block. The work involves defensive shifting, good positioning between the lines, defensive support, and the ability to close down spaces together. The sessions emphasize communication, constant adjustments, and the way to defend in zones to remain solid and difficult to play against.

Cycle objectives

  1. Maintain good distances between the lines.
  2. Move together to close down spaces.
  3. Ensure defensive support and communication.
  4. Make the team difficult to unbalance collectively.
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Cycle objectives & focus areas

Defensive transition Defensive recovery / Tracking back

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