Ten practices. Zero guesswork.

Every practice, the same 60 minutes

Kids learn the routine fast. You never have to wonder what's next.

1. 0 to 15
   Arrival gameKids join the second they show up. Usually a game they already know.
2. 15 to 35
   Main gameThe week's theme, taught through one game.
3. 35 to 55
   Big gameWater break first, then 3v3 or 4v4. No goalies.
4. 55 to 60
   HuddleOne question, high fives, team cheer.

Six rules for the coach

• No lines, no laps, no lectures.If kids are standing around waiting, change the game.
• Every kid gets a ball.More touches make better players, faster.
• Talk for 30 seconds, max.Kneel down, say it, then let them play.
• Ask, don't tell."Where's the space?" works better than "Go left!"
• Nobody is ever out.Lose the ball? Do a quick challenge, then jump back in.
• Praise effort, not results."That was brave!" If the game is lopsided, change the rule, not the kid.

The 5-week plan

Two practices a week. The second one repeats the theme, so the kids already know the warm-up and can explain it.

Reading the diagrams

Bring to every practice

Measure everything in big adult steps. No tape measure needed.

• Cones4 colors if you have them, about 30
• A ball for every kidSize 3. Ask families to bring one
• Pinnies2 colors, enough for half the team
• Pop-up goals4 is ideal. Only 2? Use 2 cones as goals
• WaterBreak at the 35 minute mark