Football/Soccer Session (Academy Sessions): Island Hopping - U6

Island Hopping (15 mins)

Set Up: 

• Divide the players into one group of 6 (racecars) with a ball and one group of 2 pirates (different colour bib) without a ball.
• Field size 20 (L) x 20 (W).

Action: 

• Pirates start in the middle of the square while the others start on an island (Corner of square)..
• Pirates aim to tag a player while dribbling. 
• If a player is tagged while dribbling the ball between islands they become a pirate.
• Other players are trying to hop between islands as to not get tagged.
• The game continues until everyone is tagged.

• The time of sets or size of the area can be adjusted to suit the needs and abilities of the players.
• With each turn try and beat your previous score.

Player Tips: 

• As Above.

Coaching Points:

• Correct running/dribbling with the ball and passing technique.
• Ensure you show players how to protect the ball.
• Take chances.
• Heads Up.
• Watch out for pirates.

Session Timing:

• Complete 4 sets with a 1 minute rest in between sets.

Video:

• https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCY6jYOza3nOOfUzadS2T3AA