Set Up:
The goalkeepers distribute the ball to the players stationed around the outside of the field, and the sequence ends with a shot on goal. Play starts with a throw to a back or a mid. If the throw leads them up the field, they look to pass or cross to the striker for a finish on goal. After the shot, the GK’s switch out.
If the throw from the GK takes a player back towards the end line, that player must play the next pass backwards to a back or the GK.
Passing Options:
Outside Backs – Play to GK, change the field, play up to outside mid.
Outside Mids – Outside back (simulated Thru Pass), change the field, combine with #6.
GK – Open up and change, return pass to outside back, pass up to #6, pass out to Outside Mid.
Center Backs – Pass out to Outside Back, pass out to Outside Mid.
#6 – Pass back to Center Back, return pass to Outside Mid.
Coaching Points:
1. The outside players should be receiving passes on the run.
2. The throw from the GK should not slow players down or force them to take extra touches.
3. The keeper must get his feet set early in order to be able to open up with his first touch.
4. Choose the right opportunity to play the ball out to a midfielder.
Progressions:
1. Once the striker receives, he can make a long pass to an outside back for a cross and finish.