Week 75 One to One #3

Instructions/Setup:

This unopposed 1-to-1 finishing practice is designed to improve a centre forward’s decision-making, body positioning, and ability to finish quickly. The player receives a central pass just outside the penalty area, with a mannequin placed ahead to simulate a defender. The coach, positioned just behind the mannequin, will step to one side to close the space. The forward must scan early, take their first touch into the opposite space, and finish with minimal delay.

Coaching Notes:

• Scan Early Before Receiving – Constantly check the coach’s position before and during the pass to make a quick decision, identifying available space and pressure cues.

• Positive First Touch – Take the first touch into space away from pressure, setting up the finish cleanly and quickly, while avoiding contact with the mannequin or passive defender.

• Use Body to Protect – Angle your body to shield the ball when shifting left or right around the mannequin, creating separation and denying recovery runs.

• Clinical Finishing – Hit the target with intent, using various surfaces depending on angle and distance from goal, focusing on accuracy before power to increase success rate.