You can also plan your session using a series of activities leading up to a scrimmage. Notice that we used the word "activities" rather than "drills." We want the players active and moving as much as possible, getting hundreds of touches on the ball at every practice. Whether you use the Play, Practice, Play method or an Activities-based method, we want to avoid the three L's:
- Laps
- Lines
- Lectures
Maryland State Youth Soccer Association has another
Coaching Resources Page with Activities-based session plans for a full season at every age group. The activities in the 12U section are suitable for older teams as well.
EYO is proud to partner with
Soccer Source 360. Coaches can download SS360 training manuals with session plans and guidance for their age group here:
Soccer Adventures - U6/U7U8 SoccerU9 SoccerU11 SoccerU13 and Up