4v3 Gauntlet Game

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Set Up

Using a small area between the goal and restraining line, create a full field small playing area. Split the field in half, with coach in between with balls. After you split your group into 2 teams, put 3 players In at defense in one end, and 4 players in the other. Each side of the field is its own 4v3 game

The game starts with coach throwing the ball into 1 side for the offense. They play until a goal or a turnover happens:

  • Goal: Make it take it, coach gives the offense the ball again
  • Save/Turnover: Coach sends a ball in the other ends to play 4v3 down there

Play for 1-2 minutes and then rotate players. First team to 10 goals win!

Coaching Points & Principles

  • Find the 2v1 advantage on offense.
  • Move the ball quick to force defense to rotate
  • Defense play the ball and backside zone feel to slow down the offense
  • Defense keep sticks up in passing lanes, try not to let skip passes through!

 

 

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