Possession
Positional Rondo — Shape-Based 8v3
Eight outfield players in rough match positions keep ball from three hunters
Theme
Possession
Duration
18 min
Players (min–rec–max)
11–11–11
Equipment
cones, bibs, balls
Set-up
Eight outfield players in rough match positions keep ball from three hunters. Players must stay within their general position zone — this isn't a free rondo, it's a shape rondo. Forces positional discipline while keeping ball.
Coaching points
- Stay in your zone even when you want to help — trust the structure
- CDMs are the pivot; if Vega or Martinez is unavailable, we have a problem
- Carlson: you can roam within the CAM zone but don't disappear into the channels
Progressions
- Reduce to 7v3 to increase individual responsibility
- Add a counter-attack element: three hunters must score on a small goal if they win it