Phase 3 – The Training to Train Phase
Age: Males 12 to 16/Females 11 to 15 YearsThe main objective of this phase is to consolidate basic football skills, introduce the basic elements of tactics and to address the two critical periods of physical development namely the aerobic base and strength of players. It should be noted that both aerobic and strength trainability is dependent on maturation levels and not solely chronological age.
12th Jun 2009
Age: Males 12 to 16/Females 11 to 15 Years
The main objective of this phase is to consolidate basic football skills, introduce the basic elements of tactics and to address the two critical periods of physical development namely the aerobic base and strength of players. It should be noted that both aerobic and strength trainability is dependent on maturation levels and not solely chronological age.
The Training to Train Phase - Technical
- Individualisation of skills training to address strengths and weaknesses
- Consistency in performing skills/techniques: passing, dribbling, controlling
- Perform skills under competitive conditions
- Develop techniques through tactical links
- Positional awareness in relation to ball and opposition
- Passing/Possession, higher levels of ball control
- 1v1 dribbling technique
The Training to Train Phase - Tactical
- Undergo the early stages of tactical preparation
- Implement basic team principles and positions and team shape
- Support, showing for the ball, movement off the ball, timing of runs and angles of receiving
- Play effectively in SSG: 4v4, 5v5, 6v6, 7v7 games (in training)
- Play the full 11v11 game
- Implement more advanced concepts of attack/defence
- Play in different positions
- Understand the rules of the game
- Use of space/run into space effectively
- Read and understand the game
- Display an awareness of opposition
- Implement concepts of width and depth
The Training to Train Phase - Physical
- Emphasis on general and balanced physical conditioning
- Aerobic training prioritised after the onset of Peak Height Velocity (PHV)
- Strength training prioritised in females after PHV and with the onset of menarche
- Strength training prioritised in males 12-18 months after PHV
- Shoulder, elbow, core, spine and ankle stability
- Flexibility training
- Frequent musculoskeletal evaluations during PHV
- Good body posture
- Soccer specific physical conditioning e.g. stamina, speed, strength, suppleness, skill
- Knows how to train different components of fitness
The Training to Train Phase - Mental
- Goal setting (short and medium term)
- Imagery (practicing and improving technique and self-confidence)
- Relaxation (deep breathing)
- Patience and control
- Concentration
- Continued positive reinforcement
- Basic anxiety control
- Focusing, self-talk and verbal cues
- Balanced and winning mentality
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