Transition from 7v7 – 9v9

17th November 2015
6-8pm
Leeds Trinity University
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Lawrence Lok – FA Regional PE & Coaching in
Education Coordinator (South West)
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Chazz Mann –
FA Coach Mentor (West Riding County FA)
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Steve Dorey –
Football Development officer (West Riding County FA)
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Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Some outcomes for this session:
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Consider some of the factors which contribute or help to support the transition from 7v7 to
9v9
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Highlight the challenges & discuss some solutions (there is no secret answer!!)
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Examine the role of the coach
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Look at formations you can use in 9v9
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Identify what the players need
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Have a look at some practical work (Just a snapshot)
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
In your groups, quickly discuss the following:
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What are the obvious differences between 7v7 and 9v9?
2)
What challenges are the players and you (the coach) faced
with during this transition from 7v7 to 9v9?
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Some of the things you might
have discussed…..
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Pitch size
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Goal sizes
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Duration of games
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Laws of the game
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Numbers in the team and
squad
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Players playing in
positions
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New formations
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Larger area
Pitch Size
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Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Things to consider
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How do we change as coaches?
- A new philosophy
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Does the game change dramatically for the players?
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Do we change our focus from Technical to Physical?
- Get it to the fastest or biggest
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Rules of the game
- The dreaded offside
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Different formations?
- Related to players or outcome
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Group Task
In your groups, quickly
discuss & then agree on 3
different formations for 9v9
What players would you
take out to support your
formation and selection?
Discuss
3
11
SSG (9-a-side)
1–4–3–1
V
1-3-3-2
7
2
9
5
8
1
9
4
5
10
6
3
7
2
11
1
SSG (9-a-side)
1-4-2-2
V
1-3-4-1
3
6
4
9
7
2
4
9
1
8
5
10
6
1
8
3
2
11
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Goalkeeper Position No 1
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In Possession
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Throw the ball quickly to wide players , look to
• Dominate the six yard box.
switch the play.
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Support the CBs and be prepared to receive the
ball.
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Out of possession
Be aware of players arriving late when in
possession
• Provide information to defenders.
• Be a sweeper keeper
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Defence Position No 2 & 3
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In Possession
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Join in and support the attack when play is on your
side.
Out of possession
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Can you overlap and get beyond the player in
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possession.
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Provide cover and support to the
centre backs when play is on the
opposite side of the pitch.
Anticipate teammates switching the play
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Apply pressure on the ball if 1st
defender
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Defence Position no 5 & 6
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In Possession
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Split towards the corners of the penalty box when
the GK has the ball
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Drop off at throw ins and create space for the
CM’s.
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Be prepared to receive the ball
Recognise when to drive into midfield
Out of possession
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Match up 1 v 1 with the central attackers
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Dominate your opponent
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Make sure 2 or 3 tucks round and
supports
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Midfield Position No 4 & 8
Out of possession
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In Possession
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Look to receive from GK.
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Look to receive at throw ins and switch play.
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Support attacks often behind the wide players
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Drop in for wide players and centre backs
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Get between the ball and our goal,
ideally with your back to our goal.
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Apply pressure on the ball within 25
yards of our goal, stop shots.
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Midfield Position No 7 & 11
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In Possession
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Be direct and use your pace.
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Rotate position with other strikers.
Out of possession
• Split defenders at goal kicks and
throws
• Get behind the ball and make
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Play on the defenders shoulder.
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Make angled runs.
opponents play long
• Know when to pressurise
Transition from 7v7 – 9v9
Forward Position No 9 & 10
Out of possession
• Overload areas at goal kicks and
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In Possession
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Get in between their defence and midfield
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Try to receive and play forward.
throws.
• Get behind the ball and make
opponents play long.
• Win the ball back quickly if you
loose possession.
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Get into goal scoring areas
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Make angled runs.
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What are your responsibilities as the coach?
To develop a knowledge of the game
- What are the ‘Principles of Play’?
Build confidence in your players
Respect the game
Allow opportunities for success
Simple Defending Principles
• Deny
• Restrict
• Predict
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Simple Attacking Principles
• Create
• Maintain
• Exploit
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What we need to consider
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Establish a positive Learning Environment:
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Be inclusive
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Allow sessions to be FUN and enjoyable
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Use varied styles of teaching/coaching
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Communicate at the appropriate level
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Allow players to learn from mistakes
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Manage the difference
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Above all - Treat them as children!
Things to consider when planning your coaching session
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Keeping shapes
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Practicing Attacking & Defending with
the same, more or less players
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Divide the pitch into thirds or quarters
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Divide the pitch into columns or rows
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Play Attack v Defence – developing the
team as a social unit
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Include Counter attacking where
possible
Try to include the following in your practical
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Some clear Aims and Objectives
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Safe and Secure
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Challenges – 4 Corner Model
- Try to avoid static practices, lines, queuing
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Outcomes and stick with them
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Choices, decisions and ownership
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Trust your players and give them time to learn
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Make it 90% the players
10% Coach