HOME
ABOUT US
Policies
The Club
Club Contacts
Team Contacts
Team Rosters
Academy Programs
Club Awards
Annual General Meetings
FAQ
SPONSORSHIP
COACHES
Director and Staff
Paid Coach Guideline
Guidelines and Policies
Coaching Certification
Player Development
Playing Time Guideline
Referees
Field Info and Guidelines
Field Equipment
Coach application
COACHES CORNER
Small-Sided Games
BCSA Technical Resources
U7 Resources
U8 Resources
U9 Resources
U10 Resources
U11 Resources
U12 Resources
U13 Resources
U14 Resources
U15 Resources
U16 Resources
U17 Resources
U18 Resources
Goal Keeper Resources
LTPD Guides
Individual Sessions
Game Day Information
PLAYERS
Schedules
Team Pages
Long Term Player Dev.
Assessment Process
Street Soccer U5-U7
Mini U8 - U10
Div Boys U11 Dev & U12-18
Div Girls U11Dev & U12-18
MSL and Div 1
Men's and Women's League
Field Locations
Scholarships
PARENT INFO
Lost and Found
Health/Safety/Concussions
General
Club Wear & Accessories
Ethics, Conduct & Safety
Insurance
Volunteers
Criminal Record Check
Wellness Partners
REGISTRATION
Program Registrations
Season Registration
How to Pay
Refund Policy
Summer Rec Programs
Spring Street Soccer
Camp Registration
Academy Registration
Adaptive Registration
MSL and Div 1 Tryouts
Change Player Info
MEDIA/MISC
News
Gallery
Links
Sidelines Newsletters
Notices
Documents
LOGIN
Logoff
Category
Key Word(s)
All Categories
Soccer Links
Maps and Directions
Coaching
Videos
Sidelines
U7 Warmup
U7 Technical
U7 Finishing
U7 Games
U8 Warmup
U8 Technical
U8 Finishing
U8 Games
U9 Warmup
U9 Technical
U9 Finishing
U9 Games
U10 Warmup
U10 Technical
U10 Finishing
U10 Games
U11 Warmup
U11 Technical
U11 Finishing
U11 Games
U12 Warmup
U12 Technical
U12 Finishing
U12 Games
U13 Warmup
U13 Technical
U13 Finishing
U13 Games
U14 Warmup
U14 Technical
U14 Finishing
U14 Games
U15 Warmup
U15 Technical
U15 Finishing
U15 Games
U16 Warmup
U16 Technical
U16 Finishing
U16 Games
U17 Warmup
U17 Technical
U17 Finishing
U17 Games
U18 Warmup
U18 Technical
U18 Finishing
U18 Games
GK Warmup
GK Technical
GK Finishing
GK Games
Social Distanced Warmup
Social Distanced Technical
Social Distanced Finishing
Social Distanced Games
Soccer Links
www.4districtsoccer.com
The soccer league for 370 boys teams from Under 11 to Under 18 from Burnaby, Vancouver, the North Shore and Richmond, BC.
BC Soccer Association
BC Soccer is the designated "Provincial Sport Organization" for the sport of soccer in BC and is a full member of the Canadian Soccer Association. As such, we are entrusted by the statutes of FIFA, the CSA's constitution, BC Soccer's constitution and the Provincial Government's Societies Act with the mandate of fostering, developing and promoting the game of soccer in British Columbia – it is important to note that no other organization has this mandate in British Columbia.
BC Soccer Central
BC Soccer Central is strictly an information site and I am not affiliated with any club or League. All schedules and scores are sent by club scorekeepers and League schedulers for me to make web ready.
Whitecaps Football Club
The Vancouver Whitecaps FC Club Model illustrates the Whitecaps' commitment to development through support and integration with regional clubs and community soccer programs; and provision of development pathways for elite players in partnership with provincial and national governing bodies. The club model is anchored in regional and community development partnerships, which lead to more specialized youth development programs, full-time player programs, and ultimately professional or national playing positions.
Canadian Soccer Association
Mission Statement The Canadian Soccer Association, in partnership with its members, is dedicated to promoting the growth and development of soccer for all Canadians at all levels. That in this pursuit, The Canadian Soccer Association, in partnership with its members, is committed to providing leadership and good governance for our sport.
B.C. Coastal Girls Soccer League
The BC Coastal Girls Soccer League (previously know as the 5Districts League for girls) provides league administration and scheduling for 500+ U12-U18 girls youth teams ranging in level from Red to Gold. BCCGSL operates with the 6 Coast Region Districts in British Columbia, Canada. Our standard league playing season is from the 2nd weekend in September to the end of February. Cup playoffs are played in the months of March and April.
Mountain United Football Club
Burnaby and North Shore soccer is pleased to introduce Mountain United Football Club. MUFC is the result of a union between our two soccer regions and will be a charter member of the newly minted BC Soccer Premier League (BCSPL).
Maps and Directions
Lower Mainland Fields
The vancouversports.com web site contains maps of fields throughout the Lower Mainland
Ambleside and Rutledge
South side of Marine Drive, west of Park Royal shopping centre, west of Milestones Restaurant, immediately east of the Ambleside tennis courts at 13th St. & Marine Drive, across Marine Drive from 11th St. Closest vehicle entrance is 13th St., immediately south of 13th St. & Marine Drive, at the Ambleside tennis courts. See
field designations
for the different fields (R = Rutledge).
Caufield School
At the Caulfeild Elementary School, on Keith Road, accessed from Exit 4 on the Upper Levels Highway and down Caulfeild Drive, or from Marine Drive by coming up Keith Road. About 15 minutes west of the Ambleside field complex in downtown West Vancouver via Marine Drive.
Cypress Park School Field
North side of Marine Drive, east of Cypress Park creek, store and service station, west of Department of Fisheries research center and Burkehill Rd. Vehicle access is via Morgan Crescent (one-way from Marine Drive to Burkehill Rd).
Eagle Harbour School
At the Eagle Harbour Primary School and Recreation Centre; north side of Marine Drive, west side of Westport Road. About 5 minutes east and south of Horseshoe Bay on Marine Drive; also accessible from Caufeild Plateau (Exit 4, Upper Levels Highway) via Westport Road.
Hollyburn Elementary
Near 14th Street and Esquimalt, West Vancouver
Hugo Ray Park
West Van grass: Third St. and Mathers, WV. From Hwy1 Westbound, cross the Capilano River, take Taylor Way exit, turn immediately right on Hadden Dr., then immediate right to Mathers Ave. Turn right at 3rd Street. Park is past cemetery. From Hwy 1 Eastbound, take Taylor Way exit, go north above hwy, turn right and right again on Hadden Drive, continue down to Mathers Ave, turn left and then right on 3rd St.
Irwin Park School
At the Irwin Park Elementary School, which is in Dundarave, north of Marine Drive, between 24th St and 25 St, and Heywood Ave and Kings Ave; field is accessed from Kings Ave. About 8 minutes west of the Ambleside field complex in downtown West Vancouver via Marine Drive.
Klahanie Park
East of the Capilano River, west of Capilano Road, and north of Marine Drive (immediately behind Earl's Restaurant). Accessed by driving east on Marine Drive past the Lions Gate Bridge on/off ramp, north on Capilano Road one block, and east on Curling Road; turn right at the first (only) stop sign on Curling Road to field parking area.
Pauline Johnson
At the Pauline Johnson Elementary School, north of Marine Drive, on 22th St at Inglewood Ave.
Ridgeview
North side of Kings Ave, west of 12th St., at Ridgeview Elementary School (Btwn Mathers Ave & Kings Ave, 12th & 13th St). Access from Upper Levels Highway: south on 15th St. exit, east on Kings Ave; access from Marine Drive: north on 13th St, east on Kings Ave. Small parking area at 12th St & Kings Ave.
Rockridge
At the RockRidge High School, across the street from the Caulfeild Plateau mall, accessed from Exit 4 on the Upper Levels Highway, or from Marine Drive by coming up Keith Road, Willow Creek Road and Caulfeild Drive.
Westbay
At the West Bay Elementary School, on Thompson Place, accessed from Exit 7 (Westmount) on the Upper Levels Highway and east on Westmount, or from Marine Drive by coming up 31st St.
Westcot Field
Just west of Taylor Way and north of the Upper Levels.
Coaching
AllSport
An on-line reference source that offers insight into successful coaching, player development, tactics and player profiles. Coaches, referee's and players from various levels share information and their experience through articles found in coaching tips and things.
Soccer Drills
Decatur Sports. Thousands of soccer exercises and articles.
Soccer Tips
Glenn Cameron's Soccer Tip Of The Day
youth sports for coaches
The web site displays a number of original articles we have developed to assist youth sports coaches in their relationships with young players as well as parents.
We conduct seminars for youth coaches and clubs, with a focus on how better communications approaches can build character and confidence in youth athletes. The feedback we have received has been tremendously positive.
Videos
Once A Spuraway...
Mark Watson - Once a Spuraway, always a Spuraway.
Ray Calls For Respect
Do you know this guy?
Sidelines
February 2015 (click here)
Ex WVSC player chases his soccer dream to the NASL (Michael Nonni)
WNT player Erin McLeod teaches our U11's how to Get into the Zone
Ben Weiss and Robin Mawson return to WVSC as Coaches
What is Metro Soccer League, MSL?
CSA's Player Pathway
All on a weekend throughout West Van
March 2014 (click here)
Margaret Hadley and Nicola Mawson Go from WVSC to the Whitecaps Girls Elite Program
Men's U21 Scholarship Recipients
Building Capital Funds Important to the Future of WVSC
2014-2018 WVSC Strategic Plan Overview
Adam Aziz Takes Soccer and Freekicks.org to Uganda and Vancouver Inner-City Schools
Fall Registration is Open
Thank you to WVSC's Newest Team Members
Fall 2013 (click here)
WVSC Celebrates Annual Club Day and Hosts Active Start Soccer Fest
Coach Adam Aziz is on His Way to Uganda to Share the Game of Soccer
Meet WVSC's Technical Team
WVSC Annual Remembrance Day Classic
GU15 Spuraways Beat Cobras and Capture Provincial B Cup
Special Saturday 4:00-6:00 PM Sessions
January 2013 (click here)
Erin McLeod and Melissa Tancredi Leave Their Print on WVSC Players
Wes Knight ProD Day this Friday, Jan. 18
WVSC Annual Kinsley Woo Classic
WVSC Supports the Development and Promoting of Players
Information on WVSC Players Playing for BCSPL and MSL
Fall 2012 (click here)
WVSC Celebrates its 100th Birthday and Club Day: Page 1
$83,000 Gaming Grant Awarded to WVSC: Page 3
New CSA Courses Taught at Ambleside: Page 3
What is LTPD and Why Parents Should Know What it is: Page 5
Membership Survey Shared: Page 8
June 2012 (click here)
A Gentleman to the End: Page 2
Where Registration Money Goes: Page 3
Eating for Peak Performance: Page 4
BU17 Spuraways Provincial Bound:Page 6
GU16 Rangers Capture A Cup: Page 7
D and E to be Resurfaced: Page 8
Olympians to Coach in WV: Page 9
Club Camp Offerings: Page 10 and 11
April 2012 (click here)
WVSC Sidelines Newsletter: Spring Edition
Page 1: National Team Players Tancredi and McLeod work with WVSC's Future Stars
Page 3: WVFC Senior Masters Premier Team Has a History of Success
Page 5: WVFC Earns 3 Cup Titles
Page 6: WVSC Pays Tribute to Our Graduating Teams
Page 13: News in Brief
Page 14: Street Soccer and Mini Jamboree Invade Hugo Ray Field
December 2011 (click here)
Inside our December edition, you will find news and features on:
Raffle draw results
Street Soccer coach Adam Cotterill and how he keeps his players engaged
Tech Staff Assesses U10-U17 Players
December coaches soccer game and Toy/Food Drive
MWSL West Van Allstars
World Cup Powerchair Football and its tie to WVSC
WVSC Rangers and how they are competing in the new MSL
U7 Warmup
Triangle Tag
Fun dynamic warm-up to get your players smiling and laughing
Reaction activity
This activity will help your players warm up their brains and speed up their reaction times.
Sharks
A fun activity to help warm-up your players. Please, also take in how enthusiastic the coach is, and how he interacts with his players. The best tip how to coach at this age is, bring an incredible amount of high energy to entertain your players.
Tag Up!
Another great and fun warm-up to do with your players. Please, make a slight modification to just have the Tagger hold the pinnie in their hand and then drop it on the floor once the tag another player, then the new tagger needs to pick it up before trying to tag someone else.
Go Throw!
Fun warm-up! Your players will love this! Please, try the different variations suggested at the end of the video as well.
U7 Technical
Red light Green light
A simple dribbling activity
Basic Passing
Teaching your players to make a simple pass.
Dribble through gates
One attacker versus one defender, attacker must try to successfully dribble through any the gates while the defender must try to stop them. Change after 45 seconds to make the defender become the attacker and vice-verser
U7 Finishing
Simple shooting technique
An easy and fun way to improve their shooting techniques
Shooting
You can modify, Coach passes the ball into the player’s feet, with a good first touch the player sets themself up for a shot on goal. Once they shoot they become a goalie. Then once they finish being a goalie they grab a new ball and head back to your line to wait for your upcoming shot.
1v1
1v1 Shooting game
U7 Games
Kick Out
2 or 3 defenders, who will try to kick the balls of the opponents out of the area. Change the defenders every 1 or 2 minutes.
Gates
Passing in pairs while moving around the area passing through the gates.
Dribble Back
1v1 game. Players must win the ball and dribble back to their side, you can add goals to have them score into, you can do 2v2 as well.
U8 Warmup
U8 Warm-Up
A movement activation exercise for all young players, to help them get physically prepared for a training session.
U8 Warm-Up
Active warm-up done with a ball.
U8 Technical
U8 Dribbling
Change of speed and direction.
Dribbling
Working on different touches while running with the ball.
1v1
1v1 activity that can progress into a 2v1.
Passing & Moving
Focuses on passing, movement off the ball and spatial awareness.
Passing & Receiving
Focuses on being ready for the pass, quality of pass and first touch.
U8 Finishing
U8 Finishing
This is a small sided game that can be used as a warm-up in a finishing session.
Finishing
Of course this can be pushed with a passing first thought process, but the ball will need to be struck well. please make sure that each player gets a space around the outside that they must stay in.
U8 Finishing
Included are 4 finishing activities.
U8 Games
U8 Game
4v4 game focussing on various technical aspects.
Small Sided Game
A great way to end your sessions
Attacking/Defending Games
Great fun for youth soccer players. 1v1 & 2v2 games.
U9 Warmup
U9 Warm-Up
A movement activation exercise for all young players, to help them get physically prepared for a training session.
Cognitive Warm-Up
This warm-up includes some basic movement as well as engaging/activating the brain.
U9 Warm-Up
Warm-up activities for an attacking themed session.
U9 Technical
U9 Dribbling
Change of speed and direction.
Dribbling
Dribbling Skills Corridor. Getting the players comfortable while running with the ball.
1v1
1v1 activity that can progress into a 2v1.
Passing & Receiving
Passing & Receiving drills focusing on First Touch. We are only going to focus on the first 2 drills in this video. 0:00-1:44
U9 Finishing
U9 Finishing
A finishing drill working on 3 different areas/angles on the field.
U9 Finishing
Included are 4 finishing activities.
U9 Games
Attacking Overloads
This video helps you understand the importance of movement and being in the right angle to receive a pass, improve your awareness of teammates and opposition and make the right decisions at the right time - when to receive and when to pass.
Attacking/Defending Games
Great fun for youth soccer players. 1v1 & 2v2 games.
U10 Warmup
Cognitive Warm-Up
This warm-up includes some basic movement as well as engaging/activating the brain.
U10 Warm-Up
Warm-up activities for an attacking themed session.
U10 Technical
U10 Dribbling
Change of speed and direction.
Footwork Drills
A range of footwork skills that players can develop at the U10 age level.
Dribbling
Dribbling Skills Corridor. Getting the players comfortable while running with the ball.
Attacking Activity
An attacking activity that can start as a 3v2 and progress into a 3v3 with a trailing defender.
U10 Finishing
U10 Finishing
Included are 4 finishing activities.
U10 Finishing
Focuses on concentration and finishing.
U10 Games
Attacking Overloads
This video helps you understand the importance of movement and being in the right angle to receive a pass, improve your awareness of teammates and opposition and make the right decisions at the right time - when to receive and when to pass.
Attacking/Defending Games
Great fun for youth soccer players. 1v1 & 2v2 games.
U11 Warmup
Technical Warmup
Technical Warmup with ball
Ball Mastery skills
Ball Work! Lots of little patterns that the kids can get comfortable with, while getting their heart rate up.
Ball warm-up
Simple ball work, to get the heart pumping.
Warmup
Tic tac toe warmp-up
U11 Technical
Skill Practice - Dribbling
Session on dribbling technique. Focusing on players keeping their heads up in traffic areas.
Passing and Control
Fun passing and control activity, Make sure the kids focus on Body positioning when they receive and spatial awareness.
Dribbling passing.
Dribbling and passing drill. Relay races for some pressure and competition.
Footwork
Lots of touches, running with the ball. Emphasis on Change of pace
U11 Finishing
Finishing Drill
Shooting drill with a progression to defensive pressure on the shooter
Simple and fun
Shooting with a transition.
Finishing
Speed and agility through changes of direction ending with a 1v1 to goal
Finishing
Reaction shooting. Do not have the kids touch the cone with their hands!
U11 Games
Overloads small side game
Players are looking to create overloads and making decisions on when to dribble, shoot and pass.
4 goal- 4v4 plus 1
This drill can be done with a 5v5 plus one. Use according to however many players you have for the session.
1v1 game
Quick one on ones Drill. Encourage use of space, changes in direction, speeds. Creativity in this drill is very important.
Crossing and Finishing
Crossing and Finishing in a game environment.
Defending
2v2 and 3v2(Overload) game with a focus on defending
U12 Warmup
Technical warm-up
Technical warm-up with speed agility and ball
Defending
Defending #1 Working on when to close down and the moments Cues and Triggers they can lead towards closing a player down early. (There is a progression to this in the Game section marked Defending #2)
Warm-up
Pre-practice warm-up
Warm-up
Warm-up Routine
U12 Technical
Dribbling Drill
A drill to develop dribbling skills. This football exercise also helps to practice quick combinations with two players.
Ball Mastery skills
Lots of touches on the ball
Ball Mastery skills
LOTS of different ideas in one video
Passing and Control
drill to encourage players "Opening up"
Running and passing at speed
Running and passing drill that are competitive.
U12 Finishing
Finishing Drill
Shooting drill with a progression to defensive pressure on the shooter
Finishing Drill
A fun game to challenge any team.
Finishing Drill
Combination 3 different lines
Finishing Drill
Quick passes to finish
U12 Games
Creating overloads
Players are looking to create overloads in the attacking areas.
Defending #2
Defending #2 - this is the progression from the first defending warmup
Defending
Balance and Cover and pressure. 3v3 game
Possession
A few different types of Rondo drills. (Rondo is keep away)
U13 Warmup
4 line warm up drill
4 line warm up drill to get them moving!
Warm-up
Fun warm-up
Warm-up
Can be used as a routine warm-up.
Complete soccer warm-up
Complete soccer warm up 20-25 minutes and appropriate for ages U13 and up.
U13 Technical
Passing and receiving
Technical drill focusing on passing receiving and turning in traffic.
Rondo x2
Double Rondo adding an element of fun and work.
Ball Mastery skills
Lots of different drills and exercises
Passing
Passing into space
U13 Finishing
Shooting
Finishing drill designed to improve players ball striking and finishing.
Three line shooting drill
A variation from the other finishing drill
Finishing
Changes of direction and 1v1 to goal
Finishing
1v1 shooting
U13 Games
Transitional Game
Transitional game, players try to pick the best choice and reaction after winning possession
Transitions
Transition from attack to defense focus. Numbers can be adjusted for group size
1v1 game
1v1s and transitions
Defending
This video is Long but filled with good content regarding Defending.
U14 Warmup
Dynamic ball warm up
Dynamic technical ball warm up
Dynamic Soccer Warm Up
Multifunction dynamic warm-up
Warmup
A set warmup for any group looking for a routine warmup. Just don't allow them to skip anything
U14 Technical
5v3 Possession
5v3 Directional possession
Passing and receiving
Technical warm up focusing on passing receiving and turning.
Defending
Closing down. This drill can me done with cones as a replacement for Mannequins.
Passing Pattern
Passing patterns with some competition
U14 Finishing
Finishing Drill
Finishing drill designed to improve players ball striking and finishing.
King Louie
Fantastic finishing drill King Louie
Movement of strikers
Simple Finishing drill. Lots of Reps!
U14 Games
3v3 game
3v3 small side game
Transitionl game
Transition possession game.
Possession
Protecting the ball while in possession.
U15 Warmup
Dribbling Warmup
Evasive dribbling warm-up.
Warmup
Warmup to be done before introducing a ball to the session.
Warmup
Reaction drill
Warmup
Pregame warm-up, with dynamic stretching preparing the body for game day or practice. can be used as a team warm-up
U15 Technical
Passing and receiving
Passing and receiving with combination play progression.
Passing Pattern
Passing pattern with movement off the ball
Ball Mastery skills
Ball mastery. Helping players be more comfortable on the ball
Warm-up
Simple drill that can be run at many ages
U15 Finishing
crossing & Finishing
This finishing exercise helps to develop shooting technique, finishing skills
Long range shooting
Shoot the Ball!!!
Finishing
1v1 to finish
Finishing
Bit basic but can be modified with movement off the ball and passing combinations.
U15 Games
4 goal game
4 goal possession game. Players need to move the ball quickly to score
4v4+2
Possession with numbers. Suggestions for numbers would inlude two games of this if at 16 players, or adding a player or two on each team if the numbers are not there
Possession
5v2 with 2 boxes.
Possession
Possession with changing the point of attack
Transitions
Transitions to improve speed of play.
U16 Warmup
Dynamic team warm-up
Dynamic team warm-up
Dynamic warm-up
Circle Warm Up To get the players ready for the session.
Warmup
Warm up with Passing, Volleys and Sprints
U16 Technical
Dribbling Drill
Dribbling, Feinting, Receiving Technique and Combinations
Passing and Timing drill
Passing, receiving and timing.
U16 Finishing
Crossing & Finishing
Crossing & Finishing with overlapping runs in the wide areas
Finishing drill
2 Shots and a cut back finishing exercise
Passing pattern to finishing
Quick passes, finish
U16 Games
4 gaol game
4 goal possession game. Players need to move the ball quickly to score
Small side game
Small side game, focusing on the movement off the ball
Defending in the box
Finishing and defending
U17 Warmup
Dynamic warm-up
Warm-up
Evasive ball warmer
Evasive dribbling technical warmup
Warmup
Warmup and Fitness
U17 Technical
Passing and receiving
Passing and receiving with combination play progression.
Passing combination
Passing combination and movement of the ball
Technical passing exercise
Passing drill focusing on timing and the weight of the pass
Passing Pattern
Passing pattern
U17 Finishing
Finishing
Finishing, moving the ball to get better angles for a shot.
Crossing & Finishing
Crossing and finishing drill
1vs1 Finishing
1v1 to finish
U17 Games
Defending & attacking
Defending in the box, while the attackers try to break down the defence
Transition possession
Transition possession game.
Stretching the opposition
Switching the point of attack
U18 Warmup
Dynamic warmup
Dynamic warmup, with stretching
warmup
Dynamic warm-up without a ball. Focusing on agility.
Passing Pattern Warm-up
Passing pattern with delayed runs, to through ball
Warmup
Warm-up with passing patterns and fitness
U18 Technical
Technical dribbling
Technical session focusing on dribbling with evasive moves
Turning
Timing of your run before receiving a pass to turn.
Passing Pattern
Passing Patterns with Tactical combinations.
U18 Finishing
2 shots and a cross
2 shots and a cross combo finishing session
Finishing Drill
This finishing exercise helps to develop shooting technique, finishing skills
Finishing
Build up to finish
U18 Games
1 and 2 touch game
1 and 2 touch game, move the ball quickly
Transition Game
Transitional game attackers transition into defending right after a goal scored or loss of possession
Passing drill
Possession game
GK Warmup
Warm up
GK warm up for 15 min, you can do 1 group or 2 groups depending how many Gks do you have, like the video shows. Appropriate for ages 11 and up.
Fun Warm up
GK fun warm up 15-20 min, add some movements before you attack the soccer ball. don`t be last speed reaction and awareness is the key. appropriate age 8-12 years old.
Dynamic Warm up
great dynamic warm up. U10-U18 ideal before start the practice.15-20 min.
Pre Game Warm up
A good pre grame warm up should be 20-25 min before the game. ideal for U13 and up.
GK Technical
Control and distribution
great technique drill to improve Control and distribution (U13 and up)
Low diving
easy ways to practice low dives, you can do it during practice or before a game.
Basic Technique
simple and basic GK technique. Appropriate 8-13 years old.
Breakaways 1V1
excellent explanation about how to save a Breakaways 1v1 (Basic).
Foot work and catching
Great footwork drill including catching. U10-U15
stopping blocks
fun GK tennis game (warm up) then great technique blocking drill
Crosses and reactions saves
-warm up -Crosses and some reactions saves.
Passing and shot stopping
Fun Warm up for GKs. excellent goalkeeping passing, game situation playing from the back with GK. including stopping ball.
Goalkicks
Great Technique to have a good goal kick
GK Finishing
Cover Angles
How to cover the angles it`s the key to stop a shoot.
shooting drill w/ GKs
Excellent Shooting drill, Gks will work on positioning, reaction, diving and catching the ball. U13 and up
GK Games
Saves
Amazing Goalkeeper saves.
Social Distanced Warmup
Reactionary Warm-Up
Please make sure that the players are 3 metres apart. With age you can have a little fun with it and have them start by copying the other player. Doing fun movements, dances ect.
Ball Mastery Warm-Up
Gets the heart rate up and moving. It is a tough one but gets each player lots of touches and works out the legs.
Warm-up
Fun little cognitive game, incorporating balls and passing once the game is established. can add ladders and zig zagged cones to add difficulty.
Warmup
Fun, little game for warm-up. Try to create teams of 4. Challenge those at the back of the line to have an idea of where to go the games can hinge on them. this will increase the competitive spirit throughout the team. try to create teams of 4
Technical Warm-Up
Please make sure you are adjusting each activity to meet the current social distancing requirements.
Social Distanced Technical
Social Distanced Rondos
4v1 & 4v2
1vs1 games
These games are Socially distanced, well worth a look
Dribbling & Passing
Socially distanced dribbling and passing drills.
Dribbling Drill
Fun competitive dribbling. Make sure the lines are spread out.
Passing Pattern
Repetition is the key, move that ball!
Passing Pattern
4 variations in the pattern, very simple set up. Great warm up pattern.
Passing Pattern
A passing pattern with Give and Goes with Movement off the ball.
Passing Pattern
Passing pattern, can have longer balls sent from side to side. short, short, long
Dribbling
Running with the ball.
Passing & First Touch
Make sure this is done in pairs and each player has 2 touches.
Passing & Awareness Drill
Keeps their heads and bodies moving.
GK Drills
GK session #1
GK Drills
GK session #2
Passing
Triangle Passing Patterns
Social Distanced Finishing
Finishing
Socially Distanced Finishing.
Finishing
Please make sure that each kid gets a space around the field. Coaches, the focus can be on passing each hit is a point. or striking the ball get the ball over the opposite like for the win.
Social Distanced Games
Social Distance Challenges Pt. 1
Fun challenges that you can do, all promote keeping distance and a level of skill. Some may be difficult to do with numbers. In challenges I would set the kids up to do 3 of them and the first group to complete the 3 win. All done in pairs, pairings can be structured by the coach.
Social Distance Challenges Pt. 2
Fun challenges that you can do, all promote keeping distance and a level of skill. Some may be difficult to do with numbers. In challenges I would set the kids up to do 3 of them and the first group to complete the 3 win. All done in pairs, pairings can be structured by the coach.
Social Distance Challenges Pt. 3
Fun challenges that you can do, all promote keeping distance and a level of skill. Some may be difficult to do with numbers. In challenges I would set the kids up to do 3 of them and the first group to complete the 3 win. All done in pairs, pairings can be structured by the coach.
Fun Games
Here is the link for the full session plans for each game: https://bit.ly/3bJGuAK