Week 13: Ball Mastery

Module: Master The Ball: 1-11 Years Old Classroom: Use The 360TFT Game Model Core Topic: Ball Mastery

Session Focus

Ball Mastery with Movement

Develop control while moving in different directions. Build the connection between ball mastery and spatial awareness.

Structure & Flow of Session

1. Ball Mastery Warm-Up (10 mins)

Age 1-6: Foundation movements with direction changes Age 7-11: Complex sequences with dynamic movement

2. Contextual Game Scenario (15 mins)

Age 1-6: Fun games combining control and movement Age 7-11: Game-related ball mastery while scanning

3. Small Sided Game (15 mins)

Age 1-6: Simple formats encouraging movement Age 7-11: Constrained games rewarding control on the move

4. Match-Related Play (15-20 mins)

Age 1-6: Free play with minimal rules Age 7-11: Game formats encouraging dynamic play

Key Coaching Points

• Building on Weeks 1, 5, and 9
• Control while scanning
• Movement into space
• Changing direction with the ball
• Awareness of surroundings

This content is part of the 360TFT Football Coaching Academy - Use The 360TFT Game Model

Note: Full session diagrams and detailed coaching points are available in the Football Coaching Academy classroom.