2 V 1 To The Goal
Focuses on strategic positioning and decision-making in outnumbered scenarios, ideal for developing players' abilities in real-game situations.
Defensive Drills
Stop The Attack
Defenders refine their one-on-one skills, learning to outmaneuver attackers and secure the goal effectively.
Close Down
Designed for defenders to excel even when outnumbered, this activity takes place within a 20x10 yard grid.
5 V 3 with Goaltender Drill
In this high-paced drill, defenders work with a goaltender to stop a larger group of attackers. Defenders should try to avoid getting split by the attackers. This requires that they maintain their shape and that they work closely together and communicate well.
1 V 1 Defensive Drill
Players practice their one-on-one defensive technique in this high-paced drill. When the attacker touches the ball, the defender closes him or her down as quickly as possible and tries to stop the attacker from scoring a goal.
Guard The Ball
Defensive player works on blocking passes and shots, as players try to secure a ball and dribble it back home in this fun drill!
Split the Seam Drill
Defenders work with a partner to prevent passes through their area in this defensive drill.
Midfield Defense Drill
This drill improves zonal defending, passing, communication and decision making in the important midfield area.
Into the Wide Open
This drill encourages defenders to keep attackers out wide instead of going for a tackle, missing and letting them penetrate.