U5 (2017) Age Group

UpdatedWednesday July 28, 2021 byJoanne Crosbie .

U5 (2017) 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