For U-10 and U-12 Recreational Coaches Instructors Robert Mangino 404-386-9532 [email protected]...
-
Upload
marilyn-fisher -
Category
Documents
-
view
220 -
download
0
Transcript of For U-10 and U-12 Recreational Coaches Instructors Robert Mangino 404-386-9532 [email protected]...
Georgia SoccerCoaching School
F’COURSEFor U-10 and U-12 Recreational Coaches
Instructors
Robert Mangino404-386-9532
[email protected] Prentice – Director Of Coaching
[email protected] Scheiwe – Recreational Director
CAN YOU RELATE?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZM4RO1ty3E
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZxduazZp7bo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xu9LIPPIEzI
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RuWw2j6Tr0g
Why are YOU here?
Groups of 2-3
3 minute discussion
Ready, set, go….
Course Description Theory: 3 hours
Player development philosophy for Rec players (30min)
Understanding the U10 and U12 player(30min)
Role of the coach (45min)
Team Management (45min)
Practical: 4 hours Fun Games focusing on
dribbling (45min) Fun games focusing on
passing/receiving (45min)
Fun games focusing on shooting (30min)
How to organize a session…key coaching points for technical skills (30min)
Support play/team shape (40min)
Formations for 6v6 and 8v8 (40min)
OBJECTIVES OF THE COURSE
Understand characteristics of U-10/U-12 players
Understand their needs and capabilities Able to organize appropriate practice
sessions Acquire the tools to evaluate players’
skills Learn the key coaching points for basic
skills Understand rationale of Small-Sided
Soccer Become a comfortable and confident
coach
OUR CHALLENGE “Change the Culture”
1. Change from a Coach-centered approach to a Player-centered approach
2. Change from a ‘Drills mentality’ to ‘Game-like activities’ approach
3. Change from a ‘result-oriented’ philosophy to a ‘process-oriented’ one
4. Adults need to learn to view the game through the child’s eyes
*** 4 groups******Each Group will discuss the meaning of the challenge assigned and share their thoughts***
THE PLAYER-CENTERED APPROACH
The Player is the central focus Understand players’ characteristics Allow players to take ownership Allow players to make own decisions Allow players to solve problems Avoid over-coaching. Let go!! Avoid coaching in absolutes Avoid coach-controlled choreography Avoid imposing adult agenda/expectations
on kids
“THE GAME IS THE TEACHER”
Players enjoy game-like activities as opposed to ‘drills’
Players learn from ‘doing’, notfrom listening to lectures
Players learn best from activitiesthat replicate the real game
‘The Game is The Teacher’ means more game-like practices, not more league games
The Small-sided games are most appropriate
RANDY WALDRUMHEAD WOMEN'S COACH
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME
As far as small-sided games are concerned, this really is the only way for our young players.
First of all their chronological age dictates that they don't understand working with large
groups, sharing, etc.
This alone should be reason enough to teach our sport in 4:4 games. We can play 11:11 all
day and try to encourage passing and positions, but the kids aren't mentally mature enough to
grasp these concepts.
Lastly and possibly most importantly is that a group of four can be put into a shape that
encompasses all of the components required for tactical knowledge. Even though we wouldn't
coach the tactics so much here, the game itself would.
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
Must focus on technique Max ball touches (ball ratio, small groups) Must be fun Players exposed to different positions Rules modified to accommodate players’
level Activities vs drills, to promote thinking De-emphasize winning/losing Values, life lessons, positive self-image Bill of Rights for young athletes
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy of Equal Opportunities Increase number of potential growth experiences
at each practice and game Each participant challenged and grow at their
own ability level Better players contribute to growth of players
who are a level below More turns, more ball contacts, less down-time
Choose activities that allow everyone to play and accomplish above stated goals/philosophy
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
Slanty-Line Theory Replace traditional rope game of high water-low
water where everyone jumps over straight line rope
The traditional straight line rope eliminates the weakest players early (those who need the activity the most)
Use slanty-line rope so each player can engage at his/her level and experience success
When players feel comfortable, secure they seek out new challenges.
Choose activities that allow everyone to stay engaged without getting eliminated early
PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PHILOSOPHY
Flow State Model Flow is the period of time in which the activity or
task matches your ability If too easy – it becomes boring. If too hard – it
becomes frustrating. When in a state of flow, players lose track of time
and experience happiness and success When not in a state of flow, other behavioral states
may occur (misbehave, inattentive, bored, anxious, etc).
Choose activities that allow everyone to reach a state of flow quickly, with action, opportunities & challenges
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-10 Players – Motor Skills
Boys and girls begin to develop separately
Motor skills starting to refine Diversity in playing ability, coordination
and physical maturity (Select vs Rec) Rapid gains in learning new skills Prone to heat related injuries Lack adult level stamina but recover
quicker
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-10 Players – Cognitive Skills Less egocentric – more cooperative Start to think logically, but related to concrete
objects Still live in the ‘here and now’ world Start to understand ‘Team’ concept Able to sequence thoughts and start to think
ahead The ability to think, however; is limited by ball
skills Start to understand concept of time and space Attention span still short. Players are fidgety Demonstrates increased responsibility
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-10 Players – Psycho-Social Skills Enjoy competition Respond to ‘Cooperative’ and ‘Competitive’
activities Begin to appreciate the need for Rules and
Limits Peer pressure and team identity is important Still look up to adults and seek approval – Role
models Still fragile psychologically and avoids being
embarrassed in front of peers Start to compare their ability to others Acquire sport heroes
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-12 Players – Motor Skills Motor skills continuing to refine – almost adult
like Increased diversity in playing ability and physical
maturity (puberty begins at 10 for girls and 12 for boys)
Rapid gains in learning new skills – can execute more complex skills sequence
Still prone to heat related injuries Lack adult level stamina but recover quicker Athleticism is genetic and fitness has a ceiling
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-12 Players – Cognitive Skills
Begin to acquire adult logic Start to think in abstract terms Able to sequence thoughts and start to think
ahead But ability to think limited by range of skills Full-sided game is still information overflow No longer follow adults blindly – it has to make
sense Start to understand concept of time and space Attention span still short. Players are fidgety
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’CHARACTERISTICS
U-12 Players – Psycho-Social Skills Enjoy competition Spend increasing time with peers, less with
parents Popularity and self-esteem important (enter
puberty) Watch TV more and engage less in unstructured
play Start to compare their ability to others and
question their participation in sports Still look up to adults and seek approval – Role
models Acquire sport heroes but migrate towards friends
of similar socioeconomic status and hobby interest
UNDERSTAND PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
U-10/U-12 Rec Soccer Skills
Still learning basic techniques First touch a problem Passing range vs kicking range Crossing a problem Shooting off a dribble, pivot and shoot Implications for Field size Athletic development & coordination Randomness of play
ROLE OF THE COACH
As a Facilitator As a Positive Role Model As one who understands who he is
coaching As a Teacher (learning process, guided
discovery) As one who knows the Components of
Soccer• Technique • Tactics• Psychology • Fitness
ROLE OF THE COACH
COACHING STYLE TO MODEL: Father figure, friendly, caring, giving Exudes confidence Comfortable dealing with people of all ages
COACHING STYLE TO AVOID: Drill sergeant, in your face shouter, self-
absorbed Often result of lack of confidence
Inexperience in coaching soccer Personality traits Can’t handle misbehavior, disobeyance
TEAM MANAGEMENTSAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Coach has responsibility for safety of players
Safe environment (field, goals, equipment)
Free of physical, sexual, or verbal abuse Coach proper technique Safe activities and proper warm up Supervision of players, size mismatch Quick and sufficient medical response Common sense with weather/lightning
TEAM MANAGEMENTSAFETY AND RISK MANAGEMENT
Calmness during games & keep cool head Do not meet with individual players alone Frequent water breaks Use practice vests rather than play skins Get certified with Coaching License Get certified with First Aid course Know the laws of the game Coaches membership US Youth
Soccer/NSCAA
TEAM MANAGEMENTETHICAL ASPECTS
Standards of behavior (moral & ethical) In the best interest of the individual
player Respect all participants (opponents, ref,
etc) Respect others’ confidentiality/privacy Provide feedback in caring/sensitive
manner Developing players’ character, values,
positive self-image, self confidence more important than soccer skills and team results.
TEAM MANAGEMENTCARE AND PREVENTION
Always ERR on the side of caution First Aid kit Prevention is key Player Safety Information Card Rule of Thumb when handling injury:
Avoid panic. Inspire confidence and reassure player. Check for history of injury (how it happened) Check for Breathing, bleeding, deformity,
discoloration Avoid moving the player if potential injury to
back/neck Use common sense and seek professional help
TEAM MANAGEMENTCARE AND PREVENTION
Coaches need to know: Rest – Ice – Compression – Elevation Strains and Sprains Blisters Broken bones and recognition of them Cramp Heat exhaustion Concussions and head injuries
TEAM MANAGEMENTTEAM ORGANIZATION
Players play every position Equipment needs (cones, extra balls, air
pump, bibs, First aid kit, Ice, goals) Parent Meeting pre-season Duration of practices (60-90 minutes
2/week) Plan practice (enjoyment, objectives,
realism) Progress from simple to complex (warm-
up, individual activities, small-group, large group)
US Soccer Coaching Curriculum
ussoccer.com – coaches – coaches net – coaching education – the curriculum – concepts and coaching guidelines
Coaching Organization (Concepts and Coaching p.33)• http://resources.ussoccer.com/n7v8b8j3/cds/downloads/Part%202%20-%20Concepts%20and%20Coaching%20Guidelines
%20U.S.%20Soccer%20Coaching%20Curriculum.pdf
• Comprehensive outline of age appropriate content • Breakdown of tactical, technical, physical and psycho-social
content for each stage and age-group
Coaching Education Program
State Coaching School G Certificate U6-U8 4hrs F Certificate U10-U12(rec) 7hrs Rec E’ U14 – up(rec) 7hrs E Certificate U10-U12(Acd) 16hrs D License** Testing 32hrs
National Coaching School C License** Testing 1
week B License** Testing 1
week A License** Testing 1
week USSF Nat’l Youth Testing 1
week
Three Key Terms
Player Development Economical Training Let “the game” be the teacher
Let’s hit the field!
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions
The Sessions