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Welcome

Thank you for volunteering your time to be a TRSA U7 soccer

coach. What a rewarding and exciting job you have taken on!

We know you are up to the challenge. This guide has been

written with you in mind. Regardless of your experience with

soccer, it will make your job EASY and FUN!

What’s Inside

Session Planner:

Tips, objectives, understanding your players…………………………...

A recipe for success-How to break down your sessions………………..

Game time information…………………………………………………

All about Ball Manipulation…………………………………………….

All about ABC’s………………………………………………………...

Sample session plan…………………………………………………….

Session plan template…………………………………………………...

Fun games……………………………………………………………………... Frequently Asked Questions:…………………………………………………

Additional Resources: Injury Information………………………………………………………

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Providing the progressive developmental framework that will help coaches

and players reach their full potential.

So, you’re a coach! Here’s what we need from you Teach these kids to love the game!

Engage, encourage and enjoy!

Be prepared, positive, professional and passionate!

If you are having fun, they will too!

Yes, it’s that simple!

Tips to make your coaching career a success

Never be on time! Always be early.

Be organized and share responsibilities with another coach,

delegate duties; your assistants are key!

Have your session planned ahead of time! Use the session

format in this guide to ensure a consistent, purposeful practice

each and every time.

Quickly get the players active!

LOOK THE PART. BE A GREAT ROLE MODEL.

Objectives as a U7 coach

Develop a love for the game of soccer!

Development of soccer related ABC’s as well as fundamental movement skills.

Further develop running with the ball as well as dribbling, kicking the ball forward and basic shooting.

Introduction of cooperation with teammates.

Development of game intelligence training in 3v1, 3v2 , 3v3 and 4-goal formats.

Create a positive environment where success can be achieved.

Understanding Your Players

Co-ordination difficulties

Short attention spans

Capable of cooperative play in small groups

Enjoys doing well and being praised for it

Enjoys challenges

Sensitivity to criticism

Fear of embarrassment

Shows a need for peer and adult approval

Can become discouraged quickly when things

don’t work out

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A recipe for success!~How to break down your 60 minute sessions

The second portion of your session should be spent

working to develop agility, balance and coordination as

well as the fundamental movement skills needed to excel

in the game of soccer. This includes activities focused on

running, jumping, twisting, turning, dodging, hopping etc.

It will be done forwards, backwards, sideways and back

again! Additional information as well as activities to try,

see page 5.

A great way to activate the players at the start of a

session. Provides the opportunity for each player to work

one on one with a ball, developing their comfort,

confidence and technique. Arrange all players in a

20*20 yard grid, each with their own ball. Activities will

include using all the different surfaces of the feet on the

ball, kicking and catching the ball, dropping and kicking

the ball, bouncing and kicking the ball etc. More on page

4.

1. Minutes 0-10 Ball Manipulation ~ Developing comfort with a ball

2. Minutes 10-20ABC’s~ Developing fundamental movement skills

3. Minutes 20-30 FUN GAME ~ Creating a positive environment where success can be

achieved!

The fun games in this guide will provide the

players an opportunity to develop comfort with the

ball and their fundemental movement skills, in a

fun, positive enviroment! Gives you the

opportunity run along side and have fun with your

team! Learning comes with play. Let the game be

the teacher! See pages 6-21.

Remember! The games outlined in this guide are suggestions. You know your players. If they need

a little more time developing a particular skill, don’t be afriad to come back and try a fun game again,

at a different session! Most important is you and your team are having FUN!

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4. MINUTES 30-60 GAME TIME ~ Developing a love for the game

Games will be 5v5, with a goal keeper for each team. Organize the playing field as shown below and divide the

team into 2 groups. Each group will play the opposing team simultaneously; one group with the coach and one

with the assistant coach.

Throw-ins: Balls played out of

bounds will be awarded to the

opposite team for a throw in. Both feet behind the sideline. Part of

each foot must be touching the

ground as the ball is thrown. Players

must make a distinctive throwing

motion, delivering the ball from behind their head. Do not be overly

concerned with players following

proper technique. Goal kick: Balls played out past

the end line, by the attacking team,

go to the goal keeper for a goal

kick.

A Goal keeper may kick the ball

from anywhere in the goal area.

Players should all retreat to center line.

Corner Kick: Balls played out

past the end line, by the defending

team, will be awarded to the

opposite team for a corner kick.

Encourage active participation Praise positive effort

Create supportive environment Results do not matter

Let the game be the teacher Be the ‘coaxer’

Keep it simple Keep it fun

Your role during game time

Tips to make game time a success

Ask parents for help!

Setting up and organizing the playing area

Keeping the players awaiting their turn on the field busy with a ball

Assemble the subs and alert you every 2-3 minutes

Save snacks for AFTER the game!

Be positive! Look and act like a coach!

Shake hands with the opposing team after the game.

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Commence each session by having all players

dribbling throughout a 20*20 yard grid; each with

their own ball. After 1-2 minutes have the players

come in close for instructions. The variations are

almost endless; adjust them to suit your players.

Start simple and progress as the season continues.

Demonstrate a move and have the players repeat.

This is a great opportunity to discuss the 10

different surfaces of the feet: inside, outside,

laces, heels and soles on both feet.

ENSURE THE PLAYERS ARE TOUCHING

THE BALL Challenge yourself to see how many

touches you can get in.

You can add in all different movement patterns,

sequences, turns and tricks to keep the activity

new and exciting for the players. Encourage the

players to come up with their favorite move

and demonstrate!

Tapping the ball with the soles of the feet

Jumping over the ball

Running with the ball

Dribble with the laces: slow down and push the

ball lightly-left, right and alternate

Kick, bounce, kick

Sole drag backs: hopping between feet, move

backwards, dragging the ball back, alternating

between the sole of the shoes

Bouncing the ball

Throwing the ball and catching it

Dropping the ball to your feet

Dropping the ball to your thighs

Push the ball from side to side, right to left and

back again

Toe taps: hopping from one foot to the other,

tapping the ball with the opposite foot each time

Sole push: pushing the ball forward with the sole

of the shoes

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Running forward in a

figure 8

Hop through on both

feet

Side step in figure 8

Crab crawl

Monkey walk

Running backward in

a figure 8

Hop through on right

foot only/left foot

only

Jump side to side

Jump directly over

LEAP FROG Skip the cones and use the players! Have the players jump over each other to get to the other

side of the playing area.

FOLLOW THE LEADER You can incorporate any movement skills you wish, from quick, tiny,

fairy-feet to huge, angry, giant-feet! Have the kids take a turn leading the line and come up with their favorite move.

OVER UNDER In pairs of 2, have the players stand back to back; each pair with a ball. The first player will

pass the ball up and over their head to the player behind, who will then pass back through the legs to the first player.

Add a challenge and see how many passes each pair can do in a minute.

A FEW MORE IDEAS!

OBSTACLE COURSE This can be used as an obstacle course as shown.

Alternatively break it up and use any one of the set

ups individually.

Encourage all the different movement skills noted

above or come up with your own! Make it fun and

exciting as you bounce, crawl, hop, skip and run

around the course!

RELAY TIME Arranging the players in 4 lines of 3. Have them all stand behind a row of cones. Each will take a turn through

the cones, return and the next player will follow. Each session can focus on different movement skills and

performing them in different directions. While this activity is played in relay style, it is important to ensure

that the players are not trying to ‘win’ but rather are completing the exercises properly. Pick different

combinations of the following or make up your own to work on each session.

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Sample Session Plan

THEME: Dribbling

Ball Manipulation: Min 0-15

Dribbling with the laces

Running with the ball

Push the ball from side to side

Sole drag backs

Jump forwards and backwards over

the ball

ABC’s: Min 15- 25

Relay races figure 8 around the

cones

o First round without the ball

o Add the ball in- forward

dribble and shuffle side to

side

Fun Game: Min 25-45

Six goal game PG. 22

Set up six, 2 foot gates

Coach players to keep head up

Coach players to change

direction

Game Time 6:45-7:00

Encourage: running with the ball

Using the laces

Reflection:

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Session Plan

THEME:

Ball Manipulation 6:00-6:10

ABC’s 6:10-6:20

Fun Game 6: 20-6:30

Game Time 6:30-7:00

(Coach the theme of your practice)

Reflection:

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How many passes can a pair get in one minute?

Try asking the players to receive the ball with different parts of

their foot.

Gate Passing

Purpose This game teaches the players to

work together in teams and on passing and

moving with the ball.

Organization 25*20 yard grid with a cone in

each corner. Make 12 ‘gates’ by placing cones

of varying sizes throughout the grid. Split the

team into pairs, each pair with their own ball.

Directions Have the pair’s first pass through

a single gate to work on their passing technique.

Then instruct them to pass through as many

gates as they can, in one minute. Ensure you

play several rounds to allow the pairs to develop

different strategies to improve their score.

Objectives & Tips

Players should improve passing with accuracy,

vision and be thinking of their next move, when

receiving the ball.

You want to see players striking through the

middle of the ball. Try having them envision the

ball as an Oreo cookie; aiming for the cream in

the middle!

Switch it up! Have 1 pair act as bandits,

attempting to steal the ball from another pair. Teams pass through one gate and move to the next.

Plan the next move, thinking about the pace of the ball & Partner.

Try making passes longer, make it through more than one gate with a single pass.

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Ice Monsters

Purpose A great game used to introduce the

idea of patience when defending. Teaching

players to not dive in, to win the ball.

Organization Create a 20*20 yard grid.

Players are divided into one group of 8 players;

each with a ball and one group of 4 ‘Ice

Monsters’; each holding a coloured pinnie.

Arrange eight gates, of various sizes,

throughout the grid.

Directions Explain to the players, they are on

a frozen island. Have them dribble around for 1-

2 minutes, through the gates, which are the

‘Heaters’. The 4 Ice Monsters are attempting to

‘freeze’ the players by tapping the ball with

their feet. If a players’ ball is tapped, they must

freeze and remain frozen, until another player

comes up and does 4 toe taps on their ball. This

will heat them back up. Switch Ice Monsters

every1-2 minutes.

Objectives & Tips

Ensure the Ice Monsters (defenders) maintain

control of their body and do not just kick the

player’s ball away.

Try adjusting the gate sizes to challenge the

players.

Switch it up! Have Ice Monsters hold their

pinnie and now try to win the ball. If they are

successful they can drop their pinnie and the

player who lost the ball, becomes the Ice

Monster.

Ice Monsters stay low! Keep your feet moving so you can tap the

ball away!

Ice Monsters work together and corner a player!

Can the Ice Monster win the ball?? Try switching roles!

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1v1 Box Competition

Purpose This activity improves confidence in

executing moves, to beat a defender and set up

a shot on goal.

Organization Set 2 fields up side by side.

Place a goal in one end of each field. Make each

field 30*15 yards, with an 8*8 yard box, about

15 yards from the goal. Split the players into

teams and have each team line up behind a cone,

5 yards behind the grid.

Directions The first player in each line will

dribble up to the grid and attempt a move, to

beat a defender. The player will then look to

dribble the ball closer to the net and score. Tell

the teams they have two minutes to score as

many goals as they can. In the next round, add

a defender in each field.

Objectives & Tips

You are attempting to build confidence

attacking 1v1 and shooting on goal.

Remind the players of timing their moves;

versus the defender and to prep their body to

face the goal when shooting.

Switch it up! You can adjust the distance of the

grid from the goal, in order to make shooting

easier or more challenging.

Ensure players keep the ball close when preforming moves and

preparing to shoot .

The players now must attempt to beat the defender in the box.

Focus on timing the moves to be successful beating the defender.

If the defender wins the ball they can dribble out of the grid for a point.

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Capture the Ball

Purpose Players will work on their passing

skills with small groups and opposition.

Organization 20*25 yard grid with cones

placed in the corners. Place 6 cones, with balls

on top of each, 5 yards off each end line. Divide

players into teams of 4 and have each team wear

a different coloured pinnie. Stand in the middle

of the touchline with extra balls.

Directions Two teams will play 3 minute

games. Play balls in to restart the activity. Each

team must try to pass a ball and knock one of

the balls off the cones. If they are successful,

they can move the ball and cone to their side of

the field, to set it up there. The winner at the end

of 3 minutes is the team with the most balls on

their side!

Objectives & Tips

Ensure the players are working together and

passing with accuracy.

Look for players who are not actively engaged

and play balls directly to them, to encourage

participation.

Switch it up! Play multiple balls at a time to

keep players busy!

First touch should take them away from pressure.

Players’ body position should allow them to see the field.

Keep players communicating. How can they work together?

Allow players to move behind the balls to support the pass.

Encourage long and short passes.

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Triangle Goal Game

Purpose This game provides continuous

opportunities for shooting and encourages

communication between teammates, to create

different shooting angles.

Organization 35*35 yard grid with cones in

each corner. A triangle goal is created in the

middle, with flags or cones placed 8 feet apart.

Divide players into two teams of 5 and have 2

players as goal keepers, for the 3 goals created by

the triangle. Encourage parents to participate if

additional goal keepers are needed. Position

yourself in one corner with all of the soccer balls.

Directions Play a ball into one of the teams.

They can shoot through any side of the triangle

goal for a point. Each goal is worth 1 point. Once

a ball is played, it remains in play for whichever

team wins it. If the keeper saves the ball, they will

pass back to you. Keep track of the goals scored

and saves made, to create a competition between

the teams and the keepers.

Objectives & Tips

First touch to set up a shot, movement from

players to create scoring chances.

Create and area 5 yards out from the goal, to

prevent players from shooting too close to the

keepers.

Switch it up! Adding 1-2 neutral players will

create more scoring chances.

To avoid the same players facing off each round,

make your lines uneven.

Build on this by making it 2v1 or 2v2.

Players need to pass the ball to find and open shooting angle.

Toes down, ankle locked, knee over the ball when striking with

laces

Players receiving the ball from a shot should cushion the ball.

Players should be moving to support teammate with the ball.

The keeper will pass the ball back to you after a save.

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Ice Cream Scoop Challenge

Purpose This game allows the players to work

on their defensive approach and stance, in a 1v1

format. Additionally the attacking players are

given opportunity to improve moves used to

beat the defenders.

Organization Divide grid into two 10x15

yard areas. Two yards off each end line, place a

cone with a ball (ice cream) on top. Stand

between the 2 grids in the ‘coaching channel’.

Divide the players into 4 groups and arrange

groups on opposite end lines.

Directions One side of the area will start the

attacking; you will play the ball to them first.

These players will attempt to beat the defender

and try to pass the ball to the cone, knocking the

‘ice cream’ off. Should the defender win the

ball, they will attempt to knock the ‘ice cream’

off the other cone, for a point.

Objectives & Tips

Are the defending players able to recognize

when to slow down and keep their body under

control; in order to keep the attacking player in

front of them?

To avoid the same players facing off each

round, make your lines uneven.

Build on this by making it 2v1 or 2v2.

Defender sprints to the attacking player and applies pressure, slowing

down and taking smaller steps upon approach.

Keep those feet moving!

Remember to angle your body and keep the attacker in front!

If the defender wins the ball, quickly transition to attack.

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Players should be positioned to receive the ball facing the goal; first

touch should be out from under them, allows for step and shoot.

Popcorn

Purpose Teaches players to transition from

dribbling to shooting, using their instep.

Organization 30*20 yard grid, with 2 goals.

In the middle arrange a zone the width of the

space and 8-10 yards long. Divide players into

2 teams, each wearing different coloured

pinnies. Start each player with a ball and assign

them a number between 1-6. A goal keeper is in

each net.

Directions Explain to the players they are

each an individual piece of popcorn and the

middle area is the popcorn-pot. Teams are told

which goal they are to shoot on. Players dribble

around in the pot, avoiding each other; while

heating up! Call out a number and the player

assigned to that number, on both teams, will

“pop” and dribble out of the pot, taking a shot

on goal. See who can score the most goals in 2

minutes.

Objectives & Tips

Pay attention to shooting technique: toe down,

ankle locked, knee over the ball and striking

with the laces.

Have parents on the sides, collecting the balls!

Switch it up! Call out a colour and a number.

The player whose color is called is attacking

their goal and the player with the same number

on the other team must try to defend.

Players dribble around in the middle avoiding others until their

number is called.

When their number is called the player should make a clean move

and turn towards the goal for a shot.

Are players striking the ball with their laces and heads down?

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Minute to Win It

Purpose This activity works on speed and

angle of approach, when defending.

Organization 20*20 grid. Divide players

into four groups of 3. Create a 2 yard goal with

cones in each corner of the field.

Directions The first player in line passes a

ball diagonally across the grid to line 3 and then

runs to defend. If the player from line 3 can

dribble through the gate/goal, they earn a point.

If the defender can win possession of the ball,

they can either pass back to their team for a

point OR dribble it through the gate of line

three, for 2 points. Once the game has finished,

line 2 will play to line 4 and when complete,

have the lines switch roles for another round.

Objectives & Tips

Encourage the defenders to angle their approach

to force the attacker away from the goal.

Create teaching moments and talk to the players

as they are waiting in line, to allow for more

repetition.

Switch it up! Have more than one group playing

at a time.

Have a trigger word if players are static and not

attacking the ball.

Defender sprints to the attacking player and applies pressure, slowing

down and taking smaller steps upon approach.

Keep those feet moving!


If the defender wins the ball quickly transition to attack.

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Categories

Purpose Teaching players how to angle their

run and receive the ball.

Organization Create an 8*8 square in the

center of a large circle, with cones. Divide the

players into 2 teams. Half of the players are in

the center while the other half are around the

circle, with the balls.

Directions Call out a category at the start of

each round. Players who start in the center, must

check to an outside player and call out a name

from the category you have chosen. Example:

You call out “vegetables”, then the inside player

will approach an outside player and say “carrot”

in order to receive the ball. The center players

will receive the ball and play it back to the

outside player, run back to the square and move

on to receive a pass from another outside player.

Objectives & Tips

Players are checking at an angle that leaves their

body open to seeing the field.

Players need to cushion the ball upon receiving.

Switch it up! Have players split into thirds with

two thirds on the outside and one third on the

inside.

Outsiders pass the balls with their hands to the checking player.

Receiver should look over their shoulder before receiving the ball.

Center players are checking at an angle to receive the ball.

Change the surface the receivers use to pass.

Players dribble through the center of the square.

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Coconuts in the Sky

Purpose A fun game that teaches players

about passing accuracy and receiving.

Organization 25*20 yard grid with a cone

in each corner. Five yard end zones are on

each end line. Balls set atop of 6 cones, down

the middle of the grid. These are the

‘coconuts’.

Directions Divide the players into two

groups. Each group is to stay in their end

zone. The goal is to pass the ball, knocking

the coconuts off the cone. Players in one end

zone will receive balls that roll past the

coconuts. The team that knocks off the most

coconuts, wins the game.

Objectives & Tips

Encourage players to focus on accuracy of

the pass and receiving the ball, to set up a

pass.

Modify the size of the grid, depending on the

ability of your group to pass over distances.

Switch it up! Instead of keeping score, the

team who knocks the last coconut off the

cone, can win.

Players should take a setup touch before passing the ball.

Players may use different surfaces to receive the ball.

Receive with the knee over the ball and a cushioned touch

Players can pass to each other for a better shot.


Ask the players to receive the ball and perform a move, before

passing.

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Star Wars 3v1

Purpose Encourages players to

communicate and work together to create

scoring chances in the box.

Organization 20*20 yard playing area.

Divide players into 2 teams. The attacking

team is five yards from the top of the box, in

teams of 3. The defending team forms a line

on the end line. Add a goalkeeper. Position

yourself with the balls near the attackers.

Directions Play a ball to one of the players

at the tip of the box. As you play the ball, the

first player in the defending line should run

to defend 3v1. The attacking team should

work together and attempt to score on the

goal.

Objectives & Tips

Ensure the players have the correct body

position when receiving the ball. 1st touch is

out from under them to set up a quick shot.

Vary the line the ball is played into which

will allow more players to be involved.

Switch it up! You can make this game more

challenging by allowing another defender to

enter, once the attacker makes the first pass.

First player to receive the ball should look to see if they can shoot.

If the defender closes the shot, the player should look to pass.

Remind players to have their heads over the ball when

shooting, don’t lean back!

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How to Feed Your Dragon

Purpose This easy game incorporates agility

with goal scoring. Encourage players to shoot

with the inside of their foot.

Organization In a 25*25 yard area, arrange

three goals in the middle of 3 of the 4 sidelines.

In the middle of the 4th, pile enough balls for

each player to have one. Create a semi-circle

with cones off the 4th sideline. Build a minimum

of 10 gates (with cones) of various sizes and

distances apart, throughout the grid.

Directions Divide the players into 3 teams.

Each will line up next to a goal, their ‘pet

dragon’. The balls are food for their dragon and

it needs to be fed! When you yell “GO” the first

person from each line will move through three

gates to “power up” before getting food, (a ball)

from the pile. Only one piece of food at a time

and the player must dribble it back near their

goal, before passing into their dragon’s mouth.

Once the first player has gone, the next in line

will repeat. Which team has fed their dragon the

most?

Objectives & Tips

Warm up the players with various movements.

Ensure accuracy by encouraging use of the

inside foot, when finishing.

To have the players shooting from further back,

set up a shooting zone in front of the goal.

Switch it up! Have players dribble back through

three gates, before shooting.

What movements can the players try for each round (jogging,

skipping or hopping)?

Once players have the “food” dribble back to the goal and shoot!

Plant that foot and point towards the goal when finishing!

Assign 2 players as “bandits” who act as passive defenders.

Players keep their heads down and strike the middle of the ball!

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3v3 Change Game

Purpose Encourages communication between

small groups of players working together and

putting pressure on the ball.

Organization 20*25 yard grid divided into 3

zones. Middle zone is 15 yards long and end

zones are 5 yards. A large goal is created with

flags or cones on each end line. Divide players

into four teams of 3 players, wearing different

coloured pinnies.

Directions Two teams will play 3v3, in the

middle area while the remaining teams act as

the goal keepers; working as one, holding hands

as they move around the goal. When you say

“Alakazam”, the 3 players in the middle switch

with the players in goal.

Objectives & Tips

Team communication and putting pressure on

the ball are the main objectives in this game.

Ensure the goals are big enough, so the keepers

must move to defend them and work together.

Switch it up! Instead of “Alakazam” call out the

colour of the teams that will face off next. This

will allow teams to play different opponents,

each round.

Teammates must be communicating to determine who will put

pressure on the ball.

When the attack passes the ball the defenders need to adjust their

body and speed to ensure they keep the players in front of them.

Yell “Alakazam“ and have the players switch roles.

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Line Dribble

Purpose Provides players with repetition,

using different moves to beat a defender.

Organization 20*25 yard grid marked with

cones, in each corner. Arrange cones to create

end zones, five yards off each end line. Place

flags 10 yards from the center of the sideline,

where you will stand with all the balls. Divide

the players into two teams of 6, each team

wearing a different coloured pinnie.

Directions When you yell “GO”, the first

player in line must run around their flag, before

entering the field. Play the ball towards the first

player to create an attacking advantage. The

player must dribble the ball to the opposite end

zone and stop the ball for a point. If the

defending player can win the ball, they can

score at the opposite end line.

Objectives & Tips

Encourage players to make a good first touch

and attack the defender at speed.

Are the groups taking too long? Try playing

additional balls and have the next group play

simultaneously.

Switch it up! Add numbers to the activity to

create 2v1, 2v2 and 2v3 games.

Yell “GO” and the first player in each line runs around their flag.

The last player to touch the ball brings it back to you!

Call out more than one player from a team!

Try adding a small goal at either end.

Engage the players waiting, what would they do if it was them on

the field?

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Six Goal Game

Purpose Using multiple goals, encourages

players to keep their heads up and be searching

for scoring opportunities. Players can dribble to

get to goal or identify when to change their

direction.

Organization In a 25*35 yard grid, mark

corners with cones. Create three goals, each

measuring 2 yards wide, with cones on each end

line. Divide players into three teams, each with

a different coloured pinnie. Soccer balls are on

the side, with you.

Directions Teams will play 4v4 while one

team is on the end lines acting as bumpers.

Teams each play for 2 minutes before one team

will switch with the bumpers. You are the ‘boss

of the ball’ and will play in each ball.

Objectives & Tips

The players need to decide when they can

dribble to penetrate to the goal or change

directions to find another scoring option.

More than one ball can be played at a time. This

will encourage more players to participate.

Switch it up! Have the bumpers act as gate

keepers, stepping in and closing different gates

at different times.

Play a ball any time a goal is scored or a ball goes out of bounds.

Teams can look to the bumpers for support.

Play in additional balls to any inactive players.

Remind the bumpers to move so they can support different plays.

Closing off gate with the bumpers will make this activity more

challenging!

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2v2 Transition to Goal

Keeper

Purpose This is a fun transition game that

encourages players to communicate with their

partner while working on their individual

defending.

Organization Creating several small 10*20

grids, with goals on either end, will allow

several groups to play simultaneously. Divide

players into groups of two.

Directions The pair starting without the ball

will have one player on the field as a defender

while the other acts as a goal keeper; who must

remain at the goal. Should the defending player

win possession of the ball, they must pass back

to the keeper to switch roles and start the attack.

The pair that lost possession will then transition

to defence, with one player in goal and the other

defending.

Objectives & Tips

Players should be encouraged to think about

their body position when defending and how to

approach the ball.

Switch groups every few minutes, to encourage

groups to face off with different players.

Switch it up! To allow for a faster transition,

players do not have to play the ball back to the

keeper before switching from defence to attack.

Defender makes an angled run attempting to cut off the pass to the

other attacker.

Encourage the defender to stay low and keep their feet moving to

force the attacker to the sideline.

Defender should look for opportunity to gain possession of the ball

and pass to keeper to switch roles!

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First steps

Contact your assistant coach immediately.

If assigned a team manager contact immediately as well.

Contact parents via email as soon as you have your team lists. They will be anxious to hear about their child’s

season. Ask for a reply- Any that do not respond should be contacted by phone to ensure the email is correct in the

TRSA database.

Be sure to BCC all parents until you have agreed consent on sharing.

Initial Team Meeting

Prior to the start of the season, even just before the first game.

Deliver team jerseys.

Discuss your goals and expectations for the season.

Discuss/delegate important roles parents can take on during the season.

o Someone to help set up equipment.

o Time keepers for games.

o Parents can each sign up for a snack day/you or your team manager can assign each family a designated day.

Introduce teammates! Choose your team name! Run a few fun games.

Practices

It is recommended you have 1 practice each week along with your 2 scheduled game days.

You schedule your own practices. Pick a day that works best for your team.

You may use any field not in use by another team.

It is not necessary to book fields for practices.

Rainout/Field closures

Games are ON unless fields are closed by the City of Edmonton.

Field closure information is found:

o Online http://coewebapps.edmonton.ca/facilitynotifications/default.aspx?args=2

o By phoning 780-496-4999

Information updated @ 4pm.

Please use your judgment, if you arrive there is lighting or fields are unsafe games should be canceled.

Player equipment

TRSA provides all players with a soccer jersey, which they may keep. Players provide their own:

Shorts- pants are acceptable.

Socks- you can decide if you would like a specific colour.

Shoes-cleats are recommended, running shoes are acceptable.

Shin pads- mandatory.

Soccer ball (size 3).

Water bottle.

Team Photos

TRSA is not providing team photos, but players/teams may make their own arrangements for team photos. A parent

can take this on as their volunteer commitment or teams can hire a photographer at their own cost.

Tournament

Tournament opportunities for U7 Players can be found by visiting https://emsamain.com/play/tournaments/

http://coewebapps.edmonton.ca/facilitynotifications/default.aspx?args=2

https://emsamain.com/play/tournaments/

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