Transition
Counter-Attack Pattern — 4v3 to Goal
Coach plays a ball into the pressing team to trigger a turnover
Theme
Transition
Duration
25 min
Players (min–rec–max)
14–14–14
Equipment
balls, cones, bibs
Set-up
Coach plays a ball into the pressing team to trigger a turnover. Four attackers immediately counter against three recovering defenders. Attackers must reach the end zone within six seconds of winning possession. Rotate roles every four reps.
Coaching points
- First thought on winning it is forward — play the pass that hurts them
- Wide player must sprint the channel immediately on transition, not watch
- Decision maker in the middle: pass, carry, or shoot — commit to it
Progressions
- Add a recovering defender from the defensive team to make it 4v4
- Limit attackers to three touches total before a shot must be attempted