DRILL
Interceptions in a Third Game
  • Purpose
    A confined space containing an irregularly large quantity of players requires clever preliminary moves to find the limited space, and more opportunities to intercept.
  • Focus
    Defensive Systems
  • Skills
    Preliminary Moves & Passing, Footwork & Agility, Defensive Moves
  • 8
    Players

  • 6+
    Ages

  • 1
    Balls

  • 0
    Cones


  • Distance

  • 50%
    Opp Strip

  • Limit the playing zone to centre third. Choose 2 teams (one can have +1 if uneven numbers), elect attackers and defenders. Get a timer. Advanced teams: Give the attacking team some time to plan their defensive strategy, e.g. one-on-one vs zone defence
  • Start the timer. The attacking team pass the ball around, while the defending team attempt to intercept
    The intercept should be stealthy - don't move too early!
    If attackers spot an interception attempt, hold back from passing
    Induce an interception attempt by throwing a fake pass
  • If the defenders intercept they score 1 point. They then return the ball to the attackers and play continues.
  • Continue for 90 - 120 seconds. Defenders swap with attackers and try to beat the score in the same time.

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