Possession
Rondo Introductions — 6v2
Split into groups of 8; 6 on the outside, 2 defenders in the middle
Theme
Possession
Duration
20 min
Players (min–rec–max)
22–22–22
Equipment
cones, pinnies, balls
Set-up
Split into groups of 8; 6 on the outside, 2 defenders in the middle. Keep possession with one- or two-touch. Rotate defenders every 90 seconds.
Coaching points
- Body shape open before the ball arrives — see the whole picture
- Move the ball quickly but don't rush the decision
- Defenders: pressure the ball, partner covers angle — work as a unit
Progressions
- Add a one-touch rule for two players designated each round
- Shrink the grid by two yards to force quicker thinking