Team Training Ideas presented by Enerex: Defending high from goal kick

In preparation for your team's return to the pitch, our MLS Academy coaches are teaming up with Enerex to provide training drills to learn during your time at home.

Today we hear from MLS Academy U-15 head coach Scott Howey.

Moment/Phase: Defensive Organization – Set Defense

Topic:

The focus of this session is on the St, WF and CM working together to defend high from a goal kick (when opposition plays short). This session allows for either the WF or ST to press the CB based on the desired tactics.

Player Numbers:

14 + 2 GK’s.

Equipment:

Balls, disc cones, one larger goal and two small goals.

Organization:

Players are split into two teams; The field is split into two working areas (left and right…