Rondo with Central Passing Focus and Reactive Transition
Rondo with Central Passing Focus and Reactive Transition
RONDOS
10/23/20241 min read
Rondo with Central Passing Focus and Reactive Transition
Organization:
Set up a 15x15 meter grid, with five players (blue team) aiming to maintain possession against two defenders (orange team).
The blue team earns a point by successfully passing through the central area and then out to another teammate.
If possession is lost in the middle, the drill transitions to a 2v1 scenario, where the orange team has the advantage and can score a point by completing a set number of passes.
Rotate roles every few minutes so all players experience offensive, defensive, and transitional play.
Key Coaching Points:
Central Control: Focus on maintaining control while passing through the center, aiming for accuracy and timing.
Quick Decision-Making: Emphasize rapid responses when switching from possession to defending or vice versa.
Positioning Awareness: Players should position themselves to support teammates and anticipate play transitions.
Effective Transition: Encourage players to adjust their body position and mindset quickly to be ready for both attacking and defensive opportunities.
Progressions:
Limit Touches: Restrict players to one or two touches to increase tempo and focus on controlled passes.
Add a Third Defender: Create a 5v3 challenge, adding more defensive pressure.
Directional Play: Make scoring zones within the grid to encourage targeted passing through the center.
Questions to Ask Players:
"How can positioning help in maintaining control through the center?"
"What should your immediate reaction be if you lose possession?"
"How can you support the player who has the ball to keep play moving?"
