A Model for Youth Development  : System of Play Notes.

Possession involving the #3 and #4 (CBs).

100% rule Applies.

1. When the #3 & #4 pass to each other : The 100% Rule applies : [You are 100% sure the pass (even a bad pass) won't get intercepted].

Counter movement

  • If the ball moves between #3 and #4 (via the GK, directly or some other way ) : The 6 moves counter to the ball, unless it is either not necessary or doesn't help open up the diamond.

 

 

Playing out from the back

When the #3 or #4 have the ball (CB).

1. Structure -> Open up the immediate diamond. L/R options off the CB means the #FB & 6 : The high option is more complicated.

  • Can the 8 get in between the lines (get a higher 'high' option): especially if the CB picks out a 2v1 in midfield.

What can the CB do :

  • Can the CB find a pass out (100% rule)
  • Can the CB find a 2v1 in midfield (isolate an opposition mid-fielder, lock him in so he has to engage, then play the free midfielder.
  • Can the 9 offer some form of movement (3 main options - pick the right one)...or is the 9 not getting involved a better option?
  • Can the winger offer some form of movement (think through the winger positions)...or is not getting involved a better option?

 

 

 

 

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