Shooting Races
Dribble round the far goal and shoot into the other one, with more points from further out.
Set up
- Divide the pitch into 3 zones with a goal at each end.
- Two groups start at opposite sides, a ball each.
Balls, cones, bibs and nets. Two groups start at opposite sides of a pitch divided into 3 zones.
How to play
- The first person from each group dribbles around the opposite net and shoots into the other net.
- The next person goes as soon as their teammate shoots.
- Each child counts their own goals.
Keeping everyone moving
No race and no team score. The booklet's only the first to score gets points progression is dropped. Run two pairs of goals so groups are small.
Make it easier
Make it harder
- Different points depending on the zone you score from: furthest away 3 points, middle 2 points, closest 1 point.
Three things to say
- Dribbling, close control, soft touches.
- Running with the ball when you have space and time.
- Shooting technique, hit the target.
Colts habit
Work hard: run with the ball at full speed.
Both feet
Shoot with the practice foot from the closest zone.
Heads up
Look at the goal as you come round the far net.
The Colts change: No race and no team score. The booklet's only the first to score gets points progression is dropped. Run two pairs of goals so groups are small.
Safety: Keep the area clear of bags and bottles. Stay on your feet, no slide tackles. No heading.
Keeping score: Each child keeps their own count and tries to beat it next time. Nothing is compared between children.