Keeper Starts the Counter

Make the keeper the first attacker: quick, accurate distribution after a save to a player facing forward, followed by a fast 3v2 counter.

Two full goals 60 yards apart, a keeper in each. Three attackers wait in their own half, two defenders in the far half. A server beside the near goal with balls.

1. The server shoots at the near keeper; the keeper saves or collects.
2. Within 3 seconds the keeper throws or rolls to one of the three attackers, who must be moving and facing forward.
3. The three attack 3v2 against the far goal with a 10-second limit.
4. After the attack, the two defenders become the next attackers with a third joining; the three become defenders. The far keeper starts the next rep.
5. Score 1 for a shot on target, 2 for a goal, 3 if the goal comes within 6 seconds.

• Keeper: secure the ball, then head up before the feet move.
• Throw to the player who is facing the game, not the closest one.
• Wide players sprint the moment the keeper has the ball.
• Attack at speed; the first pass forward is the best pass.

• The keeper throws to the nearest player who has his back to goal and the counter stalls; look for the runner facing forward.
• Attackers wait to see if the keeper saves; they should be running the moment the shot is struck.
• The keeper bounces the throw and it takes an extra touch; roll it flat or throw it to the chest.

• Add a recovering defender who starts beside the near goal and chases.
• Keeper must use a specific delivery: roll, javelin, or overarm on the coach's call.
• Cut the attack limit to 8 seconds.

• Play 3v1.
• Extend the time limit to 15 seconds.
• Keeper may kick if the throw is not on.

• The keeper's first delivery must be by hand.
• Attackers may not receive the ball standing still.