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Possession

Positional Rondo — Shape-Based 8v3

Eight outfield players in rough match positions keep ball from three hunters

Theme

Possession

Duration

18 min

Players (min–rec–max)

11–11–11

Equipment

cones, bibs, balls

Set-up

Eight outfield players in rough match positions keep ball from three hunters. Players must stay within their general position zone — this isn't a free rondo, it's a shape rondo. Forces positional discipline while keeping ball.

Coaching points

  • Stay in your zone even when you want to help — trust the structure
  • CDMs are the pivot; if Vega or Martinez is unavailable, we have a problem
  • Carlson: you can roam within the CAM zone but don't disappear into the channels

Progressions

  • Reduce to 7v3 to increase individual responsibility
  • Add a counter-attack element: three hunters must score on a small goal if they win it