1	Small-Sided Games “How Will It Impact Your Operation?” Glen Buckley State Director of Coaching New York State West Youth Soccer Association English F.A. Advanced License, UEFA A License, USSF A License, NSCAA Premiere Diploma, USSF National Youth License
2	Small-Sided Games Rationale The playing of appropriate soccer games for children under the age of 13 has become the lynchpin issue for future player and coach initiatives in the United States.
3	Small-Sided Games Rationale (cont.)
4	Small-Sided Games Recommendations
5	Small-Sided Games Logistical Issues FIELD AVAILABILITY Markings and size
6	Small-Sided Games
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10	“Teaching In Small-Sided Games” Glen Buckley State Director of Coaching New York State West Youth Soccer Association English F.A. Advanced License, UEFA A License, USSF A License, NSCAA Premiere Diploma, USSF National Youth License
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12	Teaching In Small-Sided Games Key Coaching Points Attack. Players should try to form a triangular shape to provide width and length. Provide good angles of support for safe passes. Try to combine in two player combinations to penetrate.
13	Teaching In Small-Sided Games Key Coaching Points Attack. Now, the shape is a diamond, creating length and width on both sides. Angles of support offer depth for good passing opportunities. Look for 2 and 3 player combinations. A deep player provides opportunity for an early pass from the back. Flank (width) play on both sides to increase attacking opportunities.
14	Teaching In Small-Sided Games Key Coaching Points Attack. Shape now has a central player. Players should use the central player to connect from side to side and from back to front.