U5 (2016) Age Group
UpdatedThursday August 27, 2020 byJoanne Crosbie .
U5 (2016) Age Group
Gender specific - 4 v 4 on a micro-field with coaches on the field.
- Micro soccer with 4 v 4.
- U5 play on Channapati Fields as marked.
- U5: Game day – 20 minute skills session, followed by (2) 10 minute halves
- Coach teaches skill
- Coach on the field during the game, no referees
- No goalkeeper
- Practice is optional, encourage skill night
Age group goal – Enjoy the game and have fun
Objectives
- Dribbling and running with the ball (both feet)
- Kicking with the left and right foot
- Stopping the ball with the foot, thigh, and chest
- Follow directions
- Introduce catching and throwing
Coach’s role: Chief learner and producer of fun