The Numbers Game

Setup

1. Create a small 1v1 field approximately 15X20 with two small goals on each end line.
2. Split the group into two even teams and assign a number to each player in each team. For instance, if you have 5 players in each team, number off 1-5 in each team.
3. One group wears an alternate jersey.

Instructions

1. The coach plays a ball into the area and calls out a number.
2. Those players assigned to that number sprint onto the field and play a 1v1.
3. The game continues until a team scores a goal or the ball goes out of bounds.

Variations

• Have more than one 1v1 going at the same time.
• Call out two or more numbers to create a 2v2 or 3v3.

Coaching Points

• Encourage players to take on their opponent.
• Encourage players to shoot when they have a chance of a goal.
• Instruct the players to protect the ball when necessary.

Equipment Required

• Disc Cones
• Scrimmage Pennies/Vests
• Soccer Practice or Training Balls
• Training Sticks or Agility Poles
• Pugg Goal or Mini Soccer Goal

Drill Target Ages

• U4, U-4, Under 4, 4 and Under
• U5, U-5, Under 5, 5 and Under
• U6, U-6, Under 6, 6 and Under
• U7, U-7, Under 7, 7 and Under
• U8, U-8, Under 8, 8 and Under
• U9, U-9, Under 9, 9 and Under
• U10, U-10, Under 10, 10 and Under
• U11, U-11, Under 11, 11 and Under
• U12, U-12, Under 12, 12 and Under
• U13, U-13, Under 13, 13 and Under
• U14, U-14, Under 14, 14 and Under

Soccer Drill Focus

• Soccer Dribbling Drills
• Soccer Receiving & Turning Drills
• Soccer Defending Drills
• Soccer Attacking Drills
• Soccer Shooting Drills
• Soccer Goalkeeping Drills
• FUN SOCCER DRILLS

Soccer Drill Titled: The Numbers Game
Tagged: The Numbers Game - 1v1 Competition
Published by: Chris Johnson
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