The document outlines a practical coaching session focused on ball possession, where three red players attempt to maintain control against one yellow defender. It includes the practice setup of a 12m x 12m area, key observations for the coach, and suggests varying the intensity of the defender's involvement. Effective coaching involves providing incentives, adjusting the grid size, and offering close supervision and motivation to players.

1. Practical Coaching
Session Planner
TOPIC / THEME
Ball Possession – Keeping the Ball in a 3 v 1 Practice
DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE (TECHNIQUE / SKILL)
Yellow Defender plays ball into 3 Red players, who try to keep possession of the ball
For a set number of passes, duration, points scored, until defender wins ball
ORGANISATION
12m x 12m ( Flexible – Age and
Ability dictate )
3 Reds v 1 Yellow
3-4 Footballs
Cones to mark Area(s)
KEY OBSERVATION
1. Angle of Support
2. Distance of Support
3. Movement
4. Decision Making
NOTES
Very important to give incentives to both Attackers and Defenders
May need to start with Very Passive Defender or None
May need to alter Grid Size
Coach needs to observe closely, praise, challenge, and motivate the players