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54 min
4 drills
U6 - U13

Technical development and decision-making in youth academy

This typical session combines individual technical work (dribbling, passes) and decision-making in 1v1 situations. Ideal for developing ball control and tactical awareness in young players at youth academies.

Drill #1

Head, Shoulder, Knee, and Ball in Soccer School

Head, Shoulder, Knee, and Ball in Soccer School

15 min
8-18 joueurs
Warm-up
U6 - U11
Fun exercise to offer in a youth academy that combines cognitive work (listening, information gathering) with technical work (dribbling and agility). It is very popular with young players!...

Drill #2

The pickpocket game: dribbling and decision-making

The pickpocket game: dribbling and decision-making

12 min
12-24 joueurs
Technical
U9 - U13
Ideal animation game in soccer school to work on dribbling with decision-making. This exercise will allow your players to progress in a fun way....

Drill #3

The River Goalkeepers: dribbling and duels in youth academy

The River Goalkeepers: dribbling and duels in youth academy

15 min
5-20 joueurs
Technical
U6 - U11
Ideal drill in soccer school to work on dribbling and familiarize players with duels in a fun way with the famous "river keepers"....

Drill #4

Passing game with target zones in 4v4

Passing game with target zones in 4v4

12 min
8-14 joueurs
Small-sided games
U6 - U9
4v4 game on a small-sided field where players score points by placing the balls into the opponent's target zones with precise passes. Highly enjoyed by the players!...

Session Objectives & Focus Areas

Passes Dribbling Fun Game Duels Cognitive Scanning Motor skills Dribbling

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