Corner Switch

Objective

• -Switch play to attack space
• -Use the full width
• -Finish from the far side

Setup

1. 1Mark a square with a central no-go line using cones.
2. 2Place a mini goal in each far corner or on each far side.
3. 3Set players in small groups on opposite corners with balls.

How to play

1. 1The ball starts on one side and is played across the square to the other side.
2. 2The receiving player takes a touch and attacks the nearest mini goal.
3. 3A supporting player overlaps or offers a simple pass back option.
4. 4After the attack, the next group starts from the other corner.
5. 5Keep the switches crisp and the finishes quick.

Progressions

• +Switch To Score: two switches before scoring
• +Five Second Counter-Press: three seconds to win it back
• +Target Zone Bonus: only goals started from a pocket count
• +Add a competitive scoreline for the last round

Regressions

• -Switch To Score: switch earns a bonus point rather than being compulsory
• -Five Second Counter-Press: eight seconds and fewer opponents
• -Target Zone Bonus: widen the pocket zones
• -Simplify the area or the service until success returns

Variations

• -Switch To Score — A goal only counts after the ball has been switched from one side of the pitch to the other.
• -Five Second Counter-Press — On losing the ball the team has five seconds to win it back before dropping into shape.
• -Target Zone Bonus — Extra points for playing into marked pockets between the lines before finishing.
• -Overload Rotation — One team plays with an extra player for two minutes then the overload rotates.
• -Restart Realism — All restarts are played as in a match — throw-ins, goal kicks and corners rather than a coach ball.
• -Two-Goal Decision — Each team attacks two small goals, so defenders must decide which threat to cover.
• -Limited Touch Build-Up — Maximum three touches in your own half, unlimited once you pass the halfway line.
• -Flip the practice to the opposite side of the pitch

Common mistakes

• -Slow switch of play
• -Receiving square to the ball
• -No movement after the pass