4-on-3 Advantage

Scrimmage/finisher

Move the ball to beat a defence that's a player short.

12 min 7+ Half court · dual
TeamworkPassingU12U14
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OffenseDefenseBall / cone Move Pass
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Setup

Four attackers spaced, three defenders.

Steps

  1. 1Attack quickly while you have the extra player.
  2. 2Swing the ball to find the open teammate.
  3. 3Defenders scramble, help and recover.
  4. 4Score before the defence sorts it out.

Coaching points

  • Move the ball ahead of the defence.
  • The open player is created by a pass, not a dribble.
  • Attack the gaps.

Why kids love it

Advantage situations teach quick, unselfish decisions and reward ball movement.

Variations

Easier

Start 3-on-2 for younger groups.