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Define AGILITY
The ability to change direction quickly and efficiently while maintaining control of the body.
Define COMMUNICATION
Exchanging information and ideas through words, gestures, or cues to support team play.
The strategic actions players take when they don’t have the ball to create space or support teammates.
Define PASSING LANE
An open path between teammates where a pass can be made without interception.
Define POSSESSION
The act of a team controlling the ball during play.
Define PRESSURE
Defensive intensity applied to a player or area to limit options or force a mistake.
Define RECOVER
To return to a ready position or an important strategic location after a play.
Define REFLECTION
The act of thinking deeply about performance, effort, or decision-making
Define COORDINATION
The ability to use different body parts together smoothly and accurately
Define DEFENDER
A player, typically in the backfield whose primary role is to stop the opposing team from scoring
Identify 3 critical cues for PASSING
Pass with purpose & pace, Plant your non kicking/non dominant foot beside the ball, Use the inside of your foot to kick the ball, Follow through toward your target, Call to the receiver as you pass
Define Dribble
Dribbling is the act of a single player using their feet to control and move the ball forward while maintaining possession
How Many FITT components are there?
4
What does HIIT stands for?
High Intensity Interval Training
Define RONDO
A small-sided soccer game where players form a circle or square and maintain possession while one or more defenders try to intercept.
Define PASSING
Passing is kicking the ball to a teammate to move it faster across the field
How does the FITT formula relate to the RPE scale based on the level of vigorous workouts and duration
When completing HIIT exercises, based on your individual adjustments to physical activity and your quantity of exercise needed for a minimal health standard will determine you current fitness level
Define INTERCEPT
To stop or steal a pass made between two opposing players