U12 GAME DAY TIPS
Don’t forget a thing and be prepared
GAME DAY CHECKLIST
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Positions
You don’t have to be a tactical mastermind or know about the nuances of positions at U6-U8 level. Designated positions are not 100% necessary, but you can give them some guidance and introduce concepts.
You can start with a diamond formation, also called a 1-2-1. Meaning, 1 Defense, 2 Midfield, 1 Striker. You can include the Goalkeeper and call it a 1-1-2-1.
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✅Can use their hands in the goal area
✅Usually stays in the goal area in front of the goal but can use their feet outside
✅Has fun diving for the ball like a cat!
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✅Is the furthest player back and keeps an eye on the opposition striker
✅Joins the attack at the base of a diamond but can also dribble, pass and score!
✅Is brave and full of courage and aware of the opposition starting an attack
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✅Work together to get back in defense to help the defender and support each other when an attack starts
✅Be brave dribbling through the midfield and if they see a teammate in a great position, try and pass!
✅Stay together, but one is on the right the other on the left to give balance and create a diamond shape
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✅Go for goal! Be a (little) greedy near the goal, be brave and confident!
✅Stay furthest up the field at the tip of the diamond
✅Is the 1st defender to try and get the ball if the opposition has it near their goal
You can also introduce some of the principles of attacking and defending, as below!
⚽Attack: Spread out, help your teammates & go for goal!
⚽Defense: Get compact like a wall & be like a swarm of bees to get the ball back
GAME TIME!
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pregame
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Subs, coaching,
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