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LandminesLandminesNon InvasionNon Invasion

HOW TO PLAY: 10m square grid (or larger depending on nos.) Collapsible domes (multi-markers) of different

colours Make tracks in the snowtracks in the snow. – moving forwards Move sideways, backwards backwards looking over your

shoulder Stop on commandStop on command – where are the spaces? Point to the spacesPoint to the spaces and move there Step on two landmines of different coloursdifferent colours Move but try to stay in a space of your own –

spatial awareness (each one to their own dome) Divide players into 4 groups and place around Divide players into 4 groups and place around

grid as showngrid as shown On signal Groups 1 & 2 attempt to cross the On signal Groups 1 & 2 attempt to cross the

‘Minefield’ without touching the ‘mines’ (domes) ‘Minefield’ without touching the ‘mines’ (domes) or any of their friendsor any of their friends

Allow 4 groups to attempt aboveAllow 4 groups to attempt above Repeat above with a ballRepeat above with a ball

Key Focus: Key Focus: Spatial Awareness, Agility,

and Dodging Skills

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Group 1

Group 3

Group 2

Group 4

Change Change Activities Activities RegularlyRegularly

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SPACESPACE Make the space bigger Split group and they run across grid at same time. Make the space smaller.

TASKTASK Dribble a ball across with a stickDecrease numbers in the grid

Have defenders in the grid to interceptPlace more domes in the grid

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Reduce the number of domes used Introduce a ballPick up cone and use a steering wheel

PEOPLEPEOPLE Reduce the number in the grid Add more defenders to the grid

Safety:Safety:Look over shoulder when moving backDon’t cross feet over when moving sidewaysPotential to bump into others in the grid highlightedUse a few domes initially

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Moving in different directions and making tracks in the snow? Aware of the space in the grid? Challenged by the activities set?Having FUN?

ChallengeChallenge EasierEasier HarderHarder

Equipment:Equipment:Coloured soft multi markers, balls

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication.

Questions:Questions:Did you make them aware of safety?Did you make them travel in different directions?Did you encourage them to find space?

Key Words:Key Words: Spatial awareness / Spaces / Communication/ Observe others / Movement / Different directions .

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HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY:10 Players in pairsMark out a grid 30m x 20m (Bigger for Striking)Each pair sets out two conessets out two cones, 1 m apart and attempts to punt/strike passpunt/strike pass the ball to each other( the target is the goal-cones)Pairs then move and repeatmove and repeat this working their way around the five sets of goalsThe course is completecourse is complete when a goal has been scored through each pair of markersPick two players to act as goalkeepers. They move and block goalsblock goals, the other players must find the free goals to make a score

Modification - Cross Fire:One player from each pair moves out side the grid and returns passes to their partner inside the grid

Find a Goal Find a Goal Non Invasion - TargetNon Invasion - Target

GoalGoal

Find Find Another Another

GoalGoal

Find Find Another Another

GoalGoal

Key Focus: Key Focus: Punt pass, Hitting the Target

Game 2

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Safety:Safety:Leave enough space between each goals. Start with a big grid 30m x 20m or 30m x 30m for striking. Avoid dangerous challenges

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player:Passing and soloing with both feet or striking off both sides?Co-operating with their partner? (Visual – pointing, Audible – calling)Achieving the task set? Make it less challenging? Aware of those about them? Weighting the pass not too hard or too easy?


Equipment:Equipment:Footballs, helmets,sticks and balls, cones

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Catching, Kicking, Striking, Support play. Co-operation, Goalkeeping.

Questions:Questions:Did you help to supervise the game?Did you help to change the goalkeepers?Did you encourage players to spot and fix problems?

SpaceSpace Increase Space Decrease Space

TaskTask Make the Goals wider Begin by throwing and catching.Use walking pace then jogging pace

Make the goals smallerKick and Strike ball to each other from further away.

EquipmentEquipment Use big to medium ballsUse different size striking implements

Use poles as targetsUse sticks and smaller balls

PeoplePeople Work in pairs with no opposition Introduce defenders

Keywords:Keywords: Movement / Good First Touch on ball / Movement / Good First Touch on ball / Be direct/ Keep possession / Best Route/ AccuracyBe direct/ Keep possession / Best Route/ Accuracy

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HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 4 Attackers attempt to out wit a defender by 4 Attackers attempt to out wit a defender by passing the ball to the attacker in the most passing the ball to the attacker in the most advantageous positionadvantageous position for a shot on target i.e. for a shot on target i.e. to knock down a cone. They must remain out to knock down a cone. They must remain out side side a small grid or circlea small grid or circle area at all times (4m area at all times (4m x 4m or bigger for striking).x 4m or bigger for striking). NB. This is the main NB. This is the main principal of attackprincipal of attack in in most invasion games and should be most invasion games and should be emphasised as often as possible.emphasised as often as possible.One defender attempts to protect his goals (a One defender attempts to protect his goals (a cone inside a large hoop in the middle of the cone inside a large hoop in the middle of the grid) by keeping his body between the goal grid) by keeping his body between the goal and the ball at all times. S/he is not allowed in and the ball at all times. S/he is not allowed in side the hoop.side the hoop.

NB. NB. This is the main This is the main principal of defenceprincipal of defence in most in most invasion games and should be coached invasion games and should be coached frequently.frequently.Allow very young children throw the ball Allow very young children throw the ball initially before challenging them to hand initially before challenging them to hand pass/fist/ground kick/punt and finally strike.pass/fist/ground kick/punt and finally strike.

Tower Ball Tower Ball Non Invasion - TargetNon Invasion - Target

Key Focus:Key Focus:

Simple Attack / Defence Principles

Game 3

GOAL

Work Work the Ballthe BallAroundAround

The ZoneThe Zone

Beat theBeat theGoalieGoalie

Knock down Knock down the Conethe Cone

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Safety:Safety:Avoid dangerous challengesLeave enough space between each grid.Start with a small grid 4m x 4m for handling and move to 15m x 15m for kicking and finally to a 25m x 25m grid for striking.All wearing helmets for striking skills.

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player:Co-operating with their partners & achieving the task set?‘Weighting’ the pass correctly, Height of pass i.e. not too high or low? Angle of pass i.e. away from the defender?These are the Qualities of good passing.


Equipment:Equipment:1 football, 1 medium/ small ball, a stick for each child, 1 cone, 1 hoop & 4 domes per group.

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Catching, Kicking, Striking, Support play, Co-operation, Goalkeeping (Defending) and attacking skills.

Questions:Questions:Did you help to change the goalkeepers (defenders)?Did you encourage players to spot and fix problems?Did you praise good attacking/defending play?Did you ask them to come up with their own scoring system and changing roles etc.?

SPACESPACE Increase the SPACE (Attackers)Decrease the SPACE (Defenders)

Decrease the SPACE (Attackers)Increase the SPACE (Defenders)

TASKTASK Use hand / fist passes then ground and punt kicks before challenging them to strike on ground and out of the hand

Use bats / sticks and introduce medium (16 / 11 cm) balls and then smaller ball ( 9 / 6 cm)

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Make goals bigger, add extra cones or introduce poles, use different size balls

Use poles as targetsUse bats and sticks

PEOPLEPEOPLE Introduce more attackers Introduce more defenders

Keywords: Keywords: Movement / Good First Touch on ball / Movement / Good First Touch on ball / Be direct/ Keep possession / Best Route/ AccuracyBe direct/ Keep possession / Best Route/ Accuracy

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Rotate the DefenderRotate the Defender Non Invasion - 4 V 1 Non Invasion - 4 V 1

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY:Start with 5 players in each area. Use an area approx. 10m x 10m4 attackers stay outside the area, 1 defender insider the area.Defenders stay inside the areastay inside the area the attackers outside the areaoutside the areaChange the defender every 30 secondsAttackers must move along the linemove along the line to make an angle for the the passer to complete their passPlayers should play 5 consecutive play 5 consecutive punt/strike passespunt/strike passes to score 1 point (Bigger grid – 30m x 20m)

Modification:

Introduce another defender to the gridIntroduce another attacker to the gridProgress to having all the players in side the grid – 4 v 2 etc.

Key Focus:Key Focus: Passing– support on the ball and the angle of the pass.

Ten PassesTen PassesOr 30 sec.Or 30 sec. in middlein middle

Game 4

Defender

Attacker

Attacker

Attacker

Attacker

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SPACESPACE Increase the space Decrease the space

TASKTASK Play 1-2-3-4 around the squareUse hand passes before introducing feet and finally striking

Play 3v1 with attackers allowed to move to different lines (only one on a line at a time)Play an attacking player inside the grid

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use bright coloured balls use soft balls Use different size ballsUse feet, bats and finally sticks

PEOPLEPEOPLE Attackers are allowed to move along the grid line to support the passer

Play 4 v 2 inside the grid, the defenders (2) must intercept the ball

Safety:Safety:Avoid dangerous challengesLeave enough space between each groupWear shin guards for striking

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Disguising the passes? Use ball and body feints Keeping the ball low or high? Which are easier to intercept? Passing with both feet? Using the hand pass, when receiver is near? Weighting the pass correctly? Defender – Be Smart – Don’t rush in all the time but ‘Read’ the pass


Equipment:Equipment:1 footballs, 1 small ball, 4 cones, multi markers, bibs

FocusFocus::Movement, Spatial Awareness, Catching, Kicking, Support and defensive skills

Questions:Questions:Did you help to supervise the game?Did you help to change the defenders?Did you encourage players and spot and fix problems?

Key Words: Key Words: Movement / good first touch on ball /Disguise/ Conceal Head up / Support on the ball/ Angle of Support/Watch the ball/ Covering

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HOW TO PLAY 20m x 30 m pitch. 5 players per team. 1 football in the game – develop to 2. 5/6 m wide road - two rows of cones or

domes across the middle. No player can step on the road.step on the road. KickKick the ball into the opposition’s grid Score if the ball touches the ground.touches the ground. Defend the free spacesfree spaces when not in

possessionModification:Scout Ball:One player from each team goes to oppositecourt and acts as a ‘scout’ i.e. your teamattempts to punt/strike the ball over to her/him.Score: 2 Points if the ‘Scout’ catches and 1 Point if it hits the ground.

The Road

5 min 5 min each wayeach way

Key Focus:Key Focus:

Catch & KickCatch & Kick

Game 5

Over the RoadOver the Road Non Invasion Non Invasion

Kick BallKick BallTo SpacesTo Spaces

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SPACESPACE Longer and wider pitch Narrow the road (‘C’ class)

Make the pitch shorter and narrower Make the road wider (‘Motorway’)

TASKTASK Carry to edge of road and kick Use hands, feet, bats and finally sticks as sk

improves Allow 2 Bounces before a catch

Bounce and solo to edge and kick Make a pass before kicking back across Use non preferred side to throw, kick or strike the

ball

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Reduce the number of balls being used

Increase the number of footballs / small balls

PEOPLEPEOPLE Increase the numbers i.e. less space to defend Decrease numbers on one side i.e. more space to defend

Safety:Safety: Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to

bump into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Taking a step before kicking the ball? Kicking off the laces and using a hard foot? Dropping the ball from right hand to right foot / left hand to left foot? Bouncing and catching the ball every four steps? Defending the spaces quickly after the kick?


Equipment:Equipment:4 footballs, hurls / small balls/ multi markers/balls

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking.

Questions:Questions:Did you encourage them to step up to edge of road?Did you encourage them to look left and right?Did you encourage them to look ‘short’ and ‘long’?

Key Words:Key Words: Look for Space / Off Laces / Hard Foot / Same Hand Same Foot/ Watch Ball / Watch Movement of Other / Kick to the Space

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Hit The KerbsHit The KerbsNon Invasion - Court GameNon Invasion - Court Game

How To Play: 20m x 30m Pitch 3/5 Players Per Team Start with one ball add more as skill levels improve 5/8 m Wide Road No player is allowed in the roadScore: Punt / strike ball at cones on the centre line (white) Or through opponents’ cones Or hit opponent’s grid with the ball A point for a ‘clean’ catch

Key Focus:Key Focus:Accuracy in Kicking/Striking

Kick/Strike long/short

Score

Game 6

Kick BallKick BallTo SpacesTo Spaces

Kick BallKick BallTo Knock To Knock

Cone DownCone Down

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SPACESPACE Widen the pitch Narrow the road (‘C’ class)

Make the pitch longer Make the road wider (‘Motorway’)

TASKTASK Pass the ball to players near the ‘road’ Carry to edge of river and kick

Kick/Strike the ball from where you receive it

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Kick ball through goals at front of grid Use bats before introducing sticks

Kick ball into goals at the back of grid Use smaller balls for striking

PEOPLEPEOPLE Extra numbers in grid Player numbers decreased Add defenders

Safety:Safety: Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to

bump into others in their grid Allow players to replace cones

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Taking a step before kicking the ball and using a hard foot? Dropping the ball from right hand to right foot / left hand to left foot? Co-operating with the others in the grid? Looking long and short and right and left? Striking of the non preferred side


Equipment:Equipment:4 footballs,4 small balls,12 cones, multi markers, bats and sticks.

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking long and short, Passing,

Questions:Questions:Did you encourage them to look long and short?Did you encourage them to look left and right?

Key Words:Key Words: Look for Space / Look Long / Look Short/ Look Right/ Look Left /Hard Foot/ Laces/ Head down/ Right hand Right foot / Left hand Left foot / Hit the Target

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Hit the CornersHit the Corners Non Invasion - CourtNon Invasion - Court

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 20m x 30 m pitch 5 players per team 1 football in the game – develop with 2 4/5 m wide road - two rows of cones

across the middle No player can step on the roadstep on the road Players must stay out of the cornerstay out of the corner

zones until the ball is kicked When players retrieve the ball they

work it in their grid, switching the switching the point of attack,point of attack, until the opportunity arises to hit one of the two corners

Team scores by getting the ball into ball into the corner zonesthe corner zones

The Road

Key Focus: Key Focus: Long accurate Kicking

Hit the Hit the CornersCorners

Game 7

GOAL

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SPACESPACE Make the corner zones larger Create a zone in the middle of the grid

Make the corner zones smaller Introduce corner zones at the front of grid

TASKTASK Kick the ball into a central zone Allow extra hand pass Use sticks to strike ball

Ball must bounce before entering the zone Make max. 2 passes before kicking backUse non preferred side for shooting

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls that hang Reduce the number of balls being used Use bats before sticks

Increase the number of balls being used Use smaller balls for striking

PEOPLEPEOPLE Allow one person to stay in the zone Have team mate in opposite zone to score

Cannot move into the zone until the ball has crossed the road

Safety:Safety: No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to bump into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist….…. Is each player:Cooperating as a team?Using proper technique? Achieving the task set – getting the ball deep into the corner zones? Involved in the movement of the ball in the grid? Defending the spaces quickly when the ball is kicked into their grid?


Equipment:Equipment:4 footballs, small balls, sticks, 16 cones, multi markers

FocusFocus:: Agility, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking deep to corners, Changing point of attack

Questions:Questions:Did players stay outside zones until ball kicked?Did you encourage kids to move ball around grid?Did you encourage them to disguise pass?

Key Words:Key Words: Look for Space Deep in Corners / Off Laces / Hard Foot / Same Hand Same Foot/ Watch Ball / Watch Team / Change point of attack / Switch Play/ Minimise hand passing

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Pass and AttackPass and Attack– Part Invasion– Part Invasion

HOW TO PLAYHOW TO PLAY 20 x 30 m pitch 5 players per team 3 V 2 in each grid (2 Attackers & 3

Defenders) 3/5 m wide road - two rows of cones across

the middle. Aim – To throw, hand/fist, kick or strike a

ball over the ‘road’ No player can step on the road Players from each side play on the play on the

opposition’s sideopposition’s side of the road Teams in grids compete for the ballcompete for the ball Score earned when either one of these

attackers receives a passattackers receives a pass from across the road or the attackers shoot the ball through the 2 sets of goals on the back grid

The Road

Make the Make the catch give catch give the passthe pass

Game 8

GOAL

Key Focus: Key Focus: Switch Play, Attacking &

Defending Skills

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SPACE SPACE Make it bigger, wider and longer Narrow the road (‘C’ class)

Make the pitch narrower and shorter Make the road wider (‘Motorway’)

TASKTASK Allow one pass before punting/striking over Carry to edge of road and kick

Play the ball ‘First Time’ Make a pass before kicking back across

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Reduce the number of balls being used Use bats and then sticks

Increase number of balls being usedReceiver moves through ‘Road’ to pass and link up for

a score

PEOPLEPEOPLE Have less defenders and more attackers Have more defenders and less attackers

Safety:Safety:

No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential

to bump into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist….…. Is each player:

Showing the ability to win possession and support play? Showing the technical capacity to pass under pressure? Demonstrating the Tactical Awareness to make Decisions? Showing an Awareness of Space and Teamwork? Ability to tackle and block passes and read where the ball is going?


Equipment:Equipment:

1 football, 1 small ball, bats and sticks for each player,8 cones, multi markers

FocusFocus::

Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking, Switching Play, Support Play

Questions:Questions:Did you minimise hand passing?Did you encourage children to move ball around the grid? Did they change the point of attack?

Key Words:Key Words: Catch/ Support Play/ Kick/Strike to Target/ Switch Play/ Hand/Fist pass.

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Pass, Attack, PenetratePass, Attack, Penetrate

Part InvasionPart Invasion

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 20m x 30 m pitch 5 players per team 3 Defenders V 2 Attackers in each grid 4/8m wide road - two rows of cones across

the middle. Aim – To throw/hand/fist/kick or strike the

ball over the ‘Road’ to attackers on the other side.

No player can step on the road 2 Players from each side play on the play on the

opposition’s side of the road.opposition’s side of the road. On receiving the ball make two passesmake two passes Person receiving the last pass (greenlast pass (green) can

move unopposed onto the roadmove unopposed onto the road to deliver pass.

Scoring: A set number of passes e.g. 8 or pass the ball through either goals on end line

The Road

Key Focus: Key Focus: Mid field set up, Penetration, Offensive & Defensive Skills

Last player in Last player in Possession Possession PenetratesPenetrates

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GOAL

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SPACESPACE Increase the size of the grid Narrow the ‘road’ (Motorway)

Make the pitch narrower and longer Make the ‘road’ wider (‘Motorway’)

TASKTASK Two players can take ball onto the road without opposition

Place goals on end line to score through Use sticks to strike with

Make 4 passes before returning the ball 1 Player can meet opposition on the road Use non preferred side to kick or strike

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use bats and sticks

Use tennis balls/juvenile sliotars

PEOPLEPEOPLE Create 4 v 1, 5 v 2 in the grid Create 3 v 3 in the grid Player on road sidesteps defender for point


ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Moving into space looking for possession? Managing to catch the ball and make a pass? Working as part of a team in the grid? Who moves onto the road unopposed? Who has a defensive role fulfilling this?


Equipment:Equipment:Footballs, small balls, bats and sticks, multi markers and cones

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking, Penetration, Possession

Questions:Questions:Did you count the passes in the grid?Did you encourage Attacker to go onto the ‘road’?Did they look left and right and make a good pass?

Key Words:Key Words: Look for Space / Penetration / Support Play / Good First Touch/ Look and Listen/ Team Play/Decision making.

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Border Raiders Border Raiders Part InvasionPart Invasion

HOW TO PLAY:Teams of 4 – 3 Attackers (Raiders) & 1 DefenderNos. Teams 1, 2 etc. and go to start area as shownDefenders go to side of mid field Aim – Defender from Team 1 goes to Zone 1 while his/her 3 Attacking team mates start behind end lineOn signal the Attackers attempt to by pass the defender and move into Zone 2, go around the cone and attack Zone 3 and 4 as shownIf the defender intercepts s/he returns the ball and moves back to defend Zone 2, Zone 3 etc. before returning to side lineAs soon as Team 1 has rounded the cone, Team 2 begin with the Defender from Team 2 moving into Zone 1 etc. Scoring: Teams score 1 Point for successfully passing through each of the zones. Defenders may also score 1 Point every time they intercept the ball in a zone.

Key Focus:Key Focus: Penetration & Support

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Zone 1

Zone 2Zone 3

Zone 4

Team 2 Etc.

START AREA

DEFENDERS

ATTACK

3 V 1 Around 3 V 1 Around the Zonesthe Zones

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SPACESPACE Make the Grids wider and longer Make the grid narrower and shorter

TASKTASK No defender initially or restrict their space Get a score for a block Use sticks

Three passes in each grid One ‘Touch’ only when passing

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use bats and sticks

Use regulation size football Use size 4 sliotar

PEOPLEPEOPLE Play an extra Attacker Increase numbers in the grid to 2 v 3

Safety:Safety:

No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to bump into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player:

Using the space available i.e. sides, front and behind? Moving to the sides to support the player on the ball? Competing directly against someone of equal size and ability? Following the instructions given, whose attacking/defending?Are the Defenders rushing into the tackle?


Equipment:Equipment:1 football,1 small balls, a bat/stick per child, 4 cones, multi markers, bibs

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Team Work, Communication, Dodging, Catching, Kicking, Tackling.

Questions:Questions:Did players stay in their zone and tacklefairly i.e. the ball?Did you encourage support on and off the ball?

Key Words:Key Words: Support play / Angle of Support / Mark side by side/ Read the Pass/ Block the pass

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Weak side Score Weak side Score Full InvasionFull Invasion

HOW TO PLAYHOW TO PLAY

1 goalkeeper, 2 defenders and 2 attackers per team.Defenders and attackers match Defenders and attackers match upup.Each player wears a wrist bandwears a wrist band to identify non preferred side.All passes with hand, foot or stick are with the weak side.All scores are with the weak side.Sock down or up/Sleeve down or up /wrist band to identify weak side.

Key Focus:Key Focus: Weak side

Score and PassScore and Passwith the with the

Weak SideWeak Side

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Safety:Safety: Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to bump into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Using the space available and using the weak side of their body? Moving to the right angle (side) to support the player on the ball? Competing directly against someone of equal size and ability Running off the ball? Being rotated around the positions?


Equipment:Equipment:Wrist bands, 3 footballs, 3 small balls, sticks for each player, goals, markers, bibs.

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking, Blocking, Team Work, Support play

Questions:Questions:Did you encourage players to pass with the weak side?Did you encourage them to shoot with weak side?

Key Words:Key Words: Support play / Angle of Support / Mark side by side/ Read the Pass/ Block the pass/ Weak side Passing/ Weak side shooting.

SPACESPACE Make the Grids wider and longer Make the goals bigger

Make the pitch narrower and shorter Make the goals smaller

TASKTASK Use hand/fist/foot/stick passes only Allow attacker to solo/dribble with the ball

Ball must be played back before it goes forward again Attackers only allowed one touch only

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use sticks to strike the ball

Use regulation size football Use small but regulation mini goalposts

PEOPLEPEOPLE Restrict players to specific areas Play extra attackers

Play an extra defender

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GoalGoal

GoalGoal

GoalGoal

GoalGoal

Opposite Corners Opposite Corners FullFull InvasionInvasion

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY:2 teams of 4 players2 teams of 4 players in a square with 4 goals (red and blue)Area 30m x 40 m (Bigger for Striking)Score in either of the two oppositions’in either of the two oppositions’ goalsIf the ball goes out restart withrestart with a sideline kick or side line cut.When a score is madescore is made, give the ball to the other team who start with a kick/strike outNo goalkeepers in this gameBall is straight back into play after the score is taken (Keep a ball behind each of the goals)Focus on use of weak side.use of weak side.Variation: Mark out centre zone for players Variation: Mark out centre zone for players to play around ( This encourages wing to play around ( This encourages wing play i.e. width in mid field)play i.e. width in mid field)

Key Focus: Key Focus: Switching Play

Working the Working the ScoreScore

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30m

40m

Keep a Ball behind each of the Goals

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SPACESPACE Increase the spaceBigger goals, more goals i.e. down the sides

Decrease the space.Smaller goals, less goals

TASKTASK Team can score in any goal but the last one they scored into

Ball must be played through a middle zone (circle)

Mark a square in each corner, players must receive the ball in the square to score

Use sticks to play withCoach calls which goals to shoot into

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Place goal in the middle of each side Use sticks to challenge further

Use sticks with weak sideUse smaller ball 6cm

PEOPLEPEOPLE Play extra attackers Play goal keepersPlay an extra defender on each side

Safety:Safety: Avoid dangerous challengesGroup players by height and abilityHave a ball behind each of the goals to speed up play

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Moving the ball quickly? Aware of the other players running off the ball? Looking for the long diagonal pass to open up the play? Working as part of a team to get a quality pass to a scorer? Changing the direction of the play at the correct time?


Equipment:Equipment:5 footballs, 5 small balls, a stick for each player, 8 cones, multi markers

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Switch Play, Wing Play, Catching, Kicking, Defending, Scoring.

Questions:Questions:Did you ask questions to promote decision making?Did you encourage everyone to take part?Did you spot and fix mistakes and praise success?

Key Words: Key Words: Be direct / find and use space/ possession/ play the Diagonal ball width/depth/ support.

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Wide Man - Link to ScoreWide Man - Link to Score Full InvasionFull Invasion

HOW TO PLAY: Size of Pitch: 40m x 30m1 goalkeeper, 2 defenders and 2 attackers per team.2 Extra Players (Wide Men) run Players (Wide Men) run the channelsthe channels on the wings.Players in channel cannot be cannot be tackled.tackled.Player must be used at least used at least once in the attack.once in the attack..Player in the channel returns the returns the ball to the team who passedball to the team who passed into the channel.Teams score per normal into oppositions goals.

Key Focus: Key Focus: Creating width

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SPACESPACE Lengthen the pitch Increase width of side channel

Make the pitch shorter and narrower Make the side channel shorter

TASKTASK Use non preferred side Use punt passes only Use sticks

Must go through both channels to encourage switching play

Players must use ‘First Touch’

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use sticks and bigger size balls e.g. 11/9 cm

Use smaller goals Use smaller balls, size 6 cm

PEOPLEPEOPLE Have extra attackers Increase numbers of defenders on one team


ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Executing good technique under pressure? Looking up and finding the players in the channel? Minimising the number of hand passes to get ball to midfield? Making good decisions in relation to passing options and tackling? Defending after they lose possession?Supporting the Wide Men?


Equipment:Equipment:3 footballs, 3 small balls, one stick per player,4 cones, markers, 2 sets of bibs

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking, Creating Width, Team Play.

Questions:Questions:Did you encourage childrento use players in the channel?Did you encourage them to look left and right?

Key WordsKey Words: Width / Switch Play / Diagonal Passes

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Central Link to ScoreCentral Link to Score Full InvasionFull Invasion

HOW TO PLAY: Two Teams of 6 1 goalkeeper, 1 midfield, 2 defenders and

2 attackers per team. Extra player (player (blueblue)) Team in possession scores by LINKING LINKING

through the extra player (through the extra player (blueblue)) each time. Players must remain in own zones except

the Link player Player must be used at least onceused at least once during

the attack. Player plays for the team in possessionplays for the team in possession

but s/he cannot score Put a different coloured bibdifferent coloured bib on player for

recognition. Change the linkChange the link player frequently.

Key Focus: Key Focus: Link Play

Extra playerExtra playerLink playerLink player

In each attackIn each attack

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SPACESPACE Lengthen the pitchWiden the pitch

Make the pitch shorter and narrower

TASKTASK Have a Link player for each teamUse sticks to pass the ball

Use the link player twice in the one attackAll players must receive a pass before shooting

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer ballsUse sticks with size 11/9 cm balls

Use mini goals to allow points scoringUse smaller balls – size 9/6 cm

PEOPLEPEOPLE Employ two link playersPlay an extra attacker

Can tackle the link player when in possessionRestrict Link player to middle zone

Safety:Safety: No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Players must wear helmets with visors for

striking

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Looking for the link player (Pre Scanning)? Defending after losing possession (Post Scanning)? Looking about while on the ball (Scanning in Possession)? Moving the ball quickly into the forward area? Using the strong and weak sides to execute the skills?


Equipment:Equipment:3 footballs, 3 small balls, a stick for each player, 4 cones, markers, 2 sets of bibs.

FocusFocus:: Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking.

Questions: Questions: Did you encourage children to look for the link player?Did you encourage them to support after the pass?

Key Words:Key Words: Look for Space / Off Laces / Hard Foot / Same Hand Same Foot/ Watch Ball / Watch Team mates/Strike off both sides.

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Double BackDouble Back End Zone - Full InvasionEnd Zone - Full Invasion

HOW TO PLAYHOW TO PLAY1 goalkeeper, 1 attacking player (A) (A) in end zone (In side the in end zone (In side the black black line/domes). line/domes). Goalkeeper must stay must stay in goalin goal until ‘A’ receivesA’ receives the ballA cannot come outsideA cannot come outside the black line4 v 4 between the black linesWhen A’s receiveA’s receive the ball, players in the middle zone support them.middle zone support them.Ball must be played out again by Aplayed out again by A to support players for a score.Could give extra points if score is taken with weaker foot.

Key Focus: Key Focus: Support

Penetration & depth

5 m End Zone5 m End ZoneTarget PlayerTarget PlayerUnopposedUnopposed

A

Game 15

A

Ball kicked inBall kicked inand must comesand must comes

out for a out for a SCORESCORE

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SPACESPACE Increase the space player A has to play in Increase the space for the out field players

Decrease the space player A has to play in Decrease the space for the out field players

TASKTASK Only player A allowed inside for a score Player A may come out to support

Attackers must play the ball in and out twice before going for a score

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Reduce the number of balls being used Use sticks

Use wrist bands to encourage weak side Use smaller balls with striking

PEOPLEPEOPLE Place extra players with the team in possession.

Put a Defender on player A – 1 V 1 inside Play an extra defender on either side

Safety:Safety: No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger kids Make players aware of potential to bump

into others in their grid

ChecklistChecklist…. Is each player: Moving the ball quickly? Aware of the player A’s role inside? Looking for the long pass option to player A? Working as part of a team to get a quality pass into player A? Going to support Player A as quickly as possible


Equipment:Equipment:3 footballs,3 small balls, sticks for every player, 4 cones, multi markers

FocusFocus:: Support.Agility, Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Communication, Catching, Kicking, Defending, Penetration,

Questions:Questions:Did the goalie stay in goals until ball was played in?Did you encourage lateral movement from player A?Did you encourage them to move the ball in early?

Key Words: Key Words: Movement inside zone/ good first touch on ball /

move ball early into zone / support on the ball.

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Go Football Go Football MINI U. 8’sMINI U. 8’s

Key Focus: Key Focus: Under 8 years –

skill development

Pitch 4

6 v 6

Pitch 3

6 v 6

Pitch 2

6 v 6

Zone 1Zone 1

Zone 2Zone 2

Zone 3Zone 3

15m

15m

15m30m

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 6 v 6 in an areaan area 45m x 30m (Use the 45m

line) 4 Pitches in each corner = 48 Players Two players play in each zone.in each zone. Players cannot come outsidePlayers cannot come outside the zone

allocated. Only players in zone 2 can movein zone 2 can move into other

zones to create the link to the other players (Have distinctive colours for these players)

At all stages of the game at least one at least one midfielder must remainmidfielder must remain in the middle zone.

All players rotate after each quarter There are no goalkeepersno goalkeepers. Last man back

becomes the goalkeeper. Players can be matched by sizematched by size. Play 4 quarters4 quarters – 6 minutes per quarter 22 POINTS over, 1 1 POINT under bar

Zone 2 –Zone 2 – players can moveplayers can move

between zonesbetween zones

Skill Development

30m

45m

45m

Game 16

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SPACESPACE Increase the space players have to play in Mid fielders must remain in their own zone

Decrease the space players have to play in Players must play ball immediately

TASKTASK Players cannot move outside their zone Use ground kicks only

Players must play the ball ‘First Time’ All players can play any where

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use wrist bands to encourage weak side Use size 3 regulation ball

PEOPLEPEOPLE Have an extra player who may play for the team in possession

Allow players to move in two zones or Allow players to move throughout the pitch

Safety:Safety:Rules should be interpreted with common

sense, keeping in mind the philosophy of the game ‘Playing For fun’ Ensure playing area is lined out away from goal posts on pitch No jewellery etc to be worn Play players of equal size and skill level

Rules:Rules: Should be interpreted with common sense. Commence by throwing ball up between midfielders Ball caught and kicked from ground or hands Ball carried 4 consecutive steps before bouncing – 2 consecutive bounces not allowed Ball may be lifted off the ground with hands All kick outs are taken from the hands behind the end line, frees and sideline balls taken from the hand Incidental contact acceptable, no shouldering, pushing or holding Ball played over own goal line results in a free from the 15 m line Infringement of any rule results in a free kick from the hands or the ground Player fouled takes the kick – opposition 5 m away – referee’s decision final


Equipment:Equipment:Portable goals (8ft. x 5ft.)

Bibs / 8 cones per pitch, 12 size 3 balls(1 left behind all the goals)

FocusFocus::

Is to acquire individual skills such as catching, kicking, striking, evading and running in a controlled way. ‘Players first , Winning second.’ The Process is more important than the Product.

Questions:Questions:Did the midfield move between zones?Did one midfield stay in middle zone? Were the key skills practiced?

Key Words: Key Words: Movement inside zone/ good ‘first touch’ on ball / move ball early into zone / support on the ball/ catch / kick .

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Go Hurling Go Hurling MINI U. 8’s …….First TouchMINI U. 8’s …….First Touch

Key Focus:Key Focus: Under 8’s – Ground Striking.

AIM: To consolidate the basic skills developed at U. 8 level (grip, ground

striking, dribbling and stopping).

HOW TO PLAY: HOW TO PLAY: Time Duration: 10 mins. Per HalfTime Duration: 10 mins. Per Half 7 v 7 (45m x 40m – 4 pitches) Use domes to mark out the half way line. 1 Goalkeeper, 2 backs,2 midfielders,2

forwards Backs and forwards play in theirplay in their zone.zone. Midfielders can move over all the pitch. They Midfielders can move over all the pitch. They

must wear distinctive colours.must wear distinctive colours. The ball is played on the ground at all times

other than the goalkeepers who can play normal rules but is not permitted to solo.

All players must wear helmets with visors

SCORING 3 3 POINTS for a GoalGoal 2 2 POINTS for over the barover the bar 1 Point for an outer score (Use poles etc. 2m 1 Point for an outer score (Use poles etc. 2m

out from goals to create an extra scoring out from goals to create an extra scoring target)target)

20m

40m

Zone 1Zone 1

Zone 2Zone 2

Pitch 1

Play in Your Play in Your ZoneZone

45m

Half Way Line

1 Point

2

Points

3 Points

Pitch 3

Game 17

45m

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SPACESPACE Increase the space players have to play in. Restrict players to specific zones

Decrease the space players have to play in Allow players to move any where

TASKTASK Players in possession are not allowed to be challenged Players allowed one ‘touch’ only Use a smaller ball 6/9 cm

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use larger balls 11/16 cm Use sticks with a larger bas (boss)

Use full size mini goals. Use velcro wrist bands to encourage weak side

PEOPLEPEOPLE Place extra players with the team in possession. They can roam between areas.

Allow players to move any where

Safety:Safety:Use 9/11 cm balls for younger children

Make players aware of potential to bump into others in their grid

Be careful when ‘pulling’ on the ball

Is everyone wearing helmets with visors and shin guards

Net should stop a juvenile hurling ball

Rules:Rules: Commence by throwing ball up between opposing midfielders

Ball to be played on the ground at all times

Goalkeeper to play as normal rules but not permitted to solo

Ball to be played from sidelines as normal

No deliberate body contact, pushing or holding, (incidental contact is acceptable)

Balls played over their own end lines – the other team is awarded a free from the ground at the half way

line Infringement of any rule results in a free which must be taken from the ground by the player awarded

the free

Opposition must be 10 m away from all frees, sideline and puck-outs


Equipment:Equipment:Portable goals (8’ X 5’)Bibs / Cones / 2 Pitches / (9/11cm) balls – two or three behind each goals.

FocusFocus:: Is to consolidate skills at U. 8 and develop weaker side. Encourage first time ‘pulling’ on the ball. Keep the ball moving at all times. To introduce these skills in a competitive environment.

Questions:Questions:Did the players stay in their zones?Were the key skills of ground striking practiced?

Key Words: Key Words: Movement inside zone/ make good decisions / move ball early into zone / switch play/ look long/ support on the ball/strike/ evade/ side step

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Go Football Go Football MIDI U.10’s MIDI U.10’s

Key Focus: Key Focus: Under 10 years – To consolidate the basic skills

developed at U. 8 and to focus on developing the weaker side. Introduce attacking play, creating space and

decision-making skills.

Pitch 2

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 9 v 9 in an areaan area 100m x 40m – 2 pitches TIME DURATION:TIME DURATION: 4 Quarters: 8 Mins. Per Quarter4 Quarters: 8 Mins. Per Quarter Play two pitches between the two 20’s

leaving a channel up the middle for spectators

1 Goalkeeper, 4 backs, and 4 forwards Backs and forwards play in theirplay in their zone zone When a score is made, play recommences play recommences

with a free passwith a free pass to a defender in the zone.

Modification: 2 Defenders may move out of their zone

SCORING: 2 2 POINTS for a GoalGoal 4 4 POINT for over the barover the bar

100m

40m

Zone 1Zone 1

Zone 2Zone 2

Pitch 1

Play in the Play in the ZoneZone

Encourage long Encourage long distance shooting distance shooting

and passingand passing

Game 18

20m

20m

SpectatorSpectatorChannelChannel

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SPACESPACE Increase the space players have to play in.Restrict players to more zones

Decrease the space players have to play in. Allow players to move any where

TASKTASK Players cannot move outside their zone Players allowed an extra bounce but not

consecutively

Players must play the ball ‘first time’ The ball must be played back before it is played

forward again

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use wrist bands to encourage weak sideUse size 3 regulation ball

PEOPLEPEOPLE Place extra players with the team in possession.

Place an extra defender in each off the attacking zones

Safety:Safety: No obstacles on playing surface Watch for footballs in flightMake players aware of potential to bump into others in their gridEnsure playing area is lined out away from goal posts on pitch

RulesRules Commence by throwing ball up between midfielder

Ball caught and kicked from ground or hands

Ball carried 4 consecutive steps before bouncing – 2 consecutive bounces not allowed

Ball may be lifted off the ground with hands

All kick outs, frees and sideline balls taken from the hand

Incidental contact acceptable, no shouldering, pushing or holding

Ball played over own goal line results in a free from the 15 m line

Player fouled takes the kick – opposition 5 m away – referee’s decision final


Equipment:Equipment:

Portable goals (10ft. X 6ft.) Bibs / 10 cones /2 pitches /3 size 3 balls (one behind each of the goals).

FocusFocus::

Is to acquire individual skills such as catching, kicking, evading and running in a controlled way. Players first - winning second. The process is more important than the product.

Questions:Questions:Did the midfield move between zones?Did one midfield stay in middle zone?Were the key skills practiced?

Key Words: Key Words: Movement inside zone/ good first touch on ball / move ball early into zone / support on the ball/ catch / kick / strike

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Go HurlingGo HurlingMIDI U.10’s…… Quick TouchMIDI U.10’s…… Quick Touch

Key Focus: Key Focus: Under 10 years – Consolidate the basic skills

developed at U. 8’s and introduce these skills in a controlled environment with emphasis on developing both sides. To introduce striking from the hand with

little pressure.

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 9 v 9 in an areaan area 65m x 40m – 4 Pitches TIME DURATION:15 mins. Per HalfTIME DURATION:15 mins. Per Half 1 Goalkeeper, 3 backs, 2 midfielders and 3

forwards Two zones, players must remain in their

zones except the midfielders who can play any where

All players must wear helmets with visor Optional to use modified (rubber base) or

normal hurls Play commences by throwing the ball

between opposing mid-fielders Ball to be played on the ground at all times

SCORING: 11 POINT for a GoalGoal 3 3 POINTS for over the barover the bar

Pitch 1

Game 19

Pitch 4 Pitch 3

3 v 3

3 v 3

1

2 v 2

1 65m

SpectatorSpectatorChannelChannel

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SPACESPACE Make the pitch wider Use a bigger pitch (2 Pitches-Play between

the two 20’s down both sides)

Make the pitch shorter and narrower

TASKTASK Player on the ball cannot be tackled Less skilled players allowed ‘2 Touch)

Player on the ball must evade a player before passingPlayers restricted to ‘1 Touch’ only

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use a bigger ball (size 9 cm ball) Use size 4 sliotar

PEOPLEPEOPLE Play less defenders or more attackers Play more defenders or less attackers

Safety:Safety:Use Regulation Goals 10’ x 6’ Watch for footballs in flight Use light balls for younger children Make players aware of potential to

bump into others in their grid

Rules: Goalie to play as normal rules but not permitted to solo. He may puck the ball out

from the hands Sidelines may be taken from the hands No deliberate shoulder charging, pushing or holding Incidental contact is acceptable Balls played over a team’s own end line results in a free strike from the hand from

the middle of the pitch


Equipment:Equipment:3 Specially modified light sliotars, a stick per child, a helmet and visor, 4 cones, multi markers, bibs.

FocusFocus:: Movement, Spatial Awareness, Co-operation, Team Work, Communication, Dodging, Catching, Striking, Tackling.

Questions:Questions:Did players stay in their zone and tackle fairly?Did you encourage players to set up play?Did you encourage support on and off the ball?

Key Words:Key Words: Support play / Angle of Support / Mark side by side/ Read the Pass/ Block the pass.

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Go Football Go Football MAXI U.12’sMAXI U.12’s

Key Focus:Key Focus: Refining of all the skills with particular emphasis on catch and kick (passing),

evasion, tackling and spatial awareness.

HOW TO PLAYHOW TO PLAY 11 V 11 in an areaan area 110 x 40m – 2 pitches Two teams play on either side of a full pitch

between the 13m lines TIME DURATION:TIME DURATION: 2 Halves – 20 minutes per half2 Halves – 20 minutes per half Goalkeeper, two full backs, two half back,

two midfield, two half forward and two full forwards.

Formation: 1:2:2:2:2:2 No Zones Players can move any where on the Players can move any where on the pitch

allocated. When a score is made, play recommences play recommences

with a kick out from the handswith a kick out from the hands Normal GAA rules and scoring apply.Normal GAA rules and scoring apply.

SCORING: 33 POINTS for a GoalGoal 1 1 POINT for over the barover the bar

13m

13m

110m

40m

Pitch 1

Full Rules Full Rules Play position but Play position but

free to free to move any wheremove any where

Condition games to Condition games to emphasis a pointemphasis a point

Game 20

Goalie

2 Full Backs

2 Half Backs

2 Mid Fielders

2 Half Forwards

2 Full Forwards

20m

45m

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SPACESPACE Increase the space players have to play in Zone the players to specific areas

Decrease space players have to play in

TASKTASK Players allowed 4 passes in own half Players allowed to keep possession for up to 5

secs.

Only two hand passes permitted in the attacking zone. Players must play in their own zone – release ball in 3secs.

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter softer balls Use full size mini goals. Use velcro wrist bands to encourage weak side

PEOPLEPEOPLE Place extra players with the team in possession. They can roam between areas.

Ball transfer into forwards from own half by specific players

Safety:Safety: Tackling is within the rules

No deliberate body contact

Avoid bunching of players

Use bibs to allow team recognition

Make players aware of potential to injure others

Ensure playing area is lined out away from goal posts on pitch

RulesRules Commence by throwing ball up between midfielders

Ball caught & kicked from ground or hands / fist or hand pass permitted but not 2 in succession

Ball carried 4 steps before bouncing or 2 solos – 2 consecutive bounces not allowed

Ball may be lifted off the ground with hands to speed up the game

All kick outs from the 20m line, frees and sideline balls taken from the hands.

Incidental contact acceptable, no deliberate shouldering, pushing or holding

Ball played over own goal line results in a free from the 45m line

Player fouled takes the kick – opposition 10 m away – referee’s decision final


Equipment:Equipment:Portable goals (12ft. x 6ft.)Bibs / 10 cones / pitch / size 3 balls/ velcro bands or sock up/down

FocusFocus:: Refinement of all the skills with particular emphasis on passing (catch & kick), tackling, spatial awareness and support play.

Questions:Questions:Did the players make good decisions?Do players use a solo going into the tackle , a bounce to evade and a solo to get away?Do players off the ball support the player on the ball?

Key Words: Key Words: Spatial awareness / Movement in forwards/ good decision-making / move ball early into forwards / switch play/ look long/ support on the ball/ catch / kick / evade/ side step.

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Go HURLING Go HURLING MAXI U12’sMAXI U12’s

Key Focus: Key Focus: refining of all the skills with particular

emphasis on lift and strike, catching, evasion

and tackling.

HOW TO PLAY:HOW TO PLAY: 11 V 11 in an areaan area 110 x 60m – 2 pitches TIME DURATION: 2 Halves – 20 minutes TIME DURATION: 2 Halves – 20 minutes

per half.per half. Two teams play on either side of a full

pitch between the 13m lines Goalkeeper, two full backs, two half back,

two midfield, two half forward and two full forwards.

Formation: 1:2:2:2:2:2 Players can move anywhere on the Players can move anywhere on the pitch

allocated. Balls played over a team’s own end line Balls played over a team’s own end line

will result in a free puck from centre field.will result in a free puck from centre field. Normal GAA rules and scoring apply, Normal GAA rules and scoring apply,

except all players must be at least 10m except all players must be at least 10m away from all frees, sidelines & puck outsaway from all frees, sidelines & puck outs

SCORING: 33 POINTS for a GoalGoal 1 1 POINT for over the barover the bar

13m

13m

110m

40m

Pitch 1

Full Rules Full Rules Play position but Play position but

free to free to move any wheremove any where

Condition games to Condition games to emphasis a pointemphasis a point

Game 21

Goalie

2 Full Backs

2 Half Backs

2 Mid Fielders

2 Half Forwards

2 Full Forwards

20m

45m

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SPACESPACE Increase the space players have to play in

Zone the players to specific areas

Decrease space players have to play in

TASKTASK Players cannot make as many hand passes as

they wish in the defensive zone.

Only two hand passes permitted in the attacking zone.

Players must play in their own zone – release ball in 5s.

EQUIPMENTEQUIPMENT Use lighter size 3 & 4 Juvenile Sliotars, one placed behind all the goals

Use full size mini goals.

Use velcro wrist bands to encourage weak side

PEOPLEPEOPLE Place extra players with the team in

possession. They can roam between areas.

Ball transfer into forwards from own half by specific players

Safety:Safety: Tackling is within the rules Avoid bunching of players Use bibs to allow team

recognition Make players aware of

potential to injure others Ensure playing area is lined out away from goal posts on pitch

RulesRules The ball may be caught and played from the hands by either striking on the ground or lifting and striking

after a ‘clean’ catch – no assist lifts

Soloing is not permitted. A player may take the normal 4 steps before playing the ball away

All puck outs are taking from the hands and ‘sidelines’ are taken off the ground where the ball crosses the

line

Commence by throwing ball between opposing midfielders

No deliberate shoulder charging , pushing, or holding is allowed (incidental contact is permitted)

Frees may be taken from the hands or from the ground

When a team plays the ball over their own end line the opposition get a free strike from the half way line

All frees taken as normal by the player to whom it has been awarded – opposition must be 10 m away


Equipment:Equipment:Portable goals (10″ x 6“)Bibs / 10 cones / pitch / size 3 balls/ velcro bands or sock up/down

FocusFocus:: Refinement of all the skills with particular emphasis on passing (catch & kick), tackling, spatial awareness and support play.

Questions:Questions:Did the players make good decisions?Was the space used effectively?Do players off the ball support the player on the ball?

Key Words: Key Words: Spatial awareness / Movement in forwards/ good decision-making / move ball early into forwards / switch play/ look long/ support on the ball/ catch / kick / strike/ evade/ side step

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