Mastered The Game

Module: Master The Game: 12-18 Years Old Classroom: Use The 360TFT Game Model

Congratulations on Completing Master The Game!

You’ve now completed the Master The Game phase of the 360TFT Player Development Model. Your players aged 12-18 have developed a comprehensive understanding of the four phases of play and how to apply tactical principles in game situations.

What Your Players Have Learned

The Four Phases of Play

1. In Possession - Building attacks, maintaining possession, breaking lines, and creating/finishing opportunities
2. Out Of Possession - Defensive shape, winning duels, anticipating transitions, and pressing
3. Transition To Attack - Speed of play, exploiting space, support shape, and mental sharpness
4. Transition To Defend - Immediate reaction, defensive recovery, responsibility, and mental toughness

Key Developments

• Understanding of team shape and organisation
• Ability to read the game and make tactical decisions
• Recognition of pressing triggers and defensive cues
• Confidence in possession under pressure
• Tactical flexibility across different game situations

What’s Next?

The 360TFT Player Development Model continues with:

Master The Position - Specialised positional development for players ready to refine their role within the team structure.

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