Charismatic, well informed, up to date, experienced, knowledgeable, articulate, disciplinarian- No doubts about his/her authority; Managerial know-how.
Mastered skills leading to artistry, all at speed under match conditions - Demanding excellence. Individual skill covered during warm-up.
Increase tactical speed (Decision making).
Increased pressure and competition.
Gamesmanship Ability to change and adapt to game dynamics, up or down goals, management of the clock.
Understanding of lines and linkage. Positional technical needs
Possession with a purpose.
Combination play with tactical implications
Deception, body positioning to look, moving with your touch.
Penetration and creativity, quality of final ball to beat backs.
Counter attack, wide flank play, target play and creating chances
Crossing with proper runs into the box
Set plays
Man to man marking with sweeper behind and in front Zonal.
defending, reading service.
*A great deal of coaching / teaching within phase of play in 11v11 game*
Fitness work with and without the ball, position-specific fitness testing, active recovery.
Flexibility -
Static stretching before and after training / matches.
Dynamic Flexibility (especially before matches & training).
Agility -
with and without the ball, including fast footwork techniques
Footwork -
keeping the feet active when moving / playing
Endurance -
Aerobic and anaerobic
Strength -
Upper and lower body. Core strength and stability
Balance
Nutrition -
Proper diet - pre-game, post-game, tournaments, etc
Prevention and care of injuries
Importance of rest / recovery
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schedule issues relative to the physical demands
Increased concentration , mental imagery and relaxation exercises
Leadership / player responsibilities on and off the field
Discipline, accountability
Respect for your peers and the game
Communication is key
daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal
Satisfy player's urge for competition.
Encourage to watch high level soccer.