Set Up:
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Players are in pairs with one ball.
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Each player has a goal to defend (3 yds. wide), and the goals are 6 yds. apart. They can be further away/closer depending on the players' ability. Have extra soccer balls close by.
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Players try to score on the opponent, but only with an underhand throw. Ball must be below shoulder height to count as a goal, and the attacker must be standing between his own goal posts.
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Play for 1 minute. Ask who won and switch partners to play again.
Coaching Points:
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GKs need to move their feet to get their body behind the ball.
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The ready position for GK's id knees bent, up on the toes, chest forward. The hands need to be at hip height with palms facing the shooter.
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Encourage quick play to catch the opposing GK off-guard.