Clearance Regain Relay — Win Second Ball, Switch the Counter Lane
A defending-to-attacking transition exercise where a clearance is only the first action. The team must then compete for the second ball and switch the counter lane before progressing.
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Organization
Start with an attack toward one goal. The defending team clears into a marked midfield second-ball zone. If defenders regain the loose ball, they must connect one secure pass and then transfer into the opposite counter lane before attacking two mini-goals.
Coaching Points
Clear away from central danger | Nearest midfielders anticipate the second ball | First pass after regain secures possession | Switch away from the crowded clearance side | Counter runners open before the switch arrives
Progressions
- Allow the original attacking team to counterpress immediately around the second-ball zone.
Regressions
- Coach the clearance direction and give the regaining team a free first pass.
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