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Set-up:
Can be played by two equal groups (i.e. 8v8, 7v7, 6v6, 5v5, 4v4)
on a large rectangular or square area with one soccer ball. Use half
a field (approximately 60 yards x 65 yards) for 8v8, 7v7 and 6v6. For
smaller groups decrease field size accordingly. Boundaries of field
should be touch-lines, goal-line and mid-line. In absence of marked
lines (and for smaller size fields) use cones placed about 10 yards
apart. Each team should be in a different colour bib.
Play:
Teams spread out on field and one team begins play with a pass
(first pass is free - cannot be stolen or defended). Line soccer is
played similar to keep-away games except that points can be scored by
receiving a pass with the sole of the foot on the line. Ball cannot
be dribbled to the line and stopped - it must be passed. And to get a
point it must be stopped right on the line (or within a few inches).
Once a team scores the opposite team takes over and tries to score.
Variation: Once a team scores they retain possession
and can immediately try to score again.
Coaching
Points:
Unlike most keep-away type games, Line Soccer encourages teams to
spread the field and switch play quickly. Our teams play a lot of
keep-away games to work on holding possession. Line Soccer works in a
similar manner to encourage possession but it also provides a goal.
Progressions/Options:
To provide direction, designate only two end lines as lines where
points can be scored. Or award two points for balls stopped on the
end-lines and only one point for each ball stopped on the touchlines. |
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