Simple Coaching Directives & Suggestions
DEFENSIVE PLAY​
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"Stay on your toes and watch their next move!"
Keeps players engaged and ready to react.​
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"Close the space quickly!"
Encourages defenders to pressure the attacker.
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"Shield the ball and stay strong!"
Reinforces protecting the ball.
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"Stay with your mark – don’t lose them!"
Encourages man-to-man marking.
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"Keep your shape – well done!"
Reinforces maintaining defensive structure.
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"Force them outside!"
Guides players to channel attackers away from the goal.
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"Nice tackle! Now look for the pass!"
Celebrates a successful challenge and emphasizes next steps.
OFFENSIVE PLAY​
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"Find the open space!"
Promotes movement to create passing options.
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"Take the shot when you see it!"
Encourages players to take opportunities.
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"Great run! Keep going!"
Acknowledges and supports off-the-ball runs.
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"Drive forward – you’ve got space!"
Encourages attacking momentum.
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"Look wide – great options there!"
Directs attention to wing play.
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"Keep your head up – great control!"
Builds confidence and focus.
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TRANSITION PLAY
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"Quick recovery – let's get back!"
Motivates players to regain defensive shape.
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"Switch it across – open up the field!"
Guides them to change the play's direction.
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"Nice decision! Keep it moving!"
Rewards smart transitional plays.
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"Quick pass – catch them off guard!"
Supports fast counters.
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"Recover and reset – let’s go!"
Encourages getting back into position.
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"Eyes up – what’s next?"
Promotes awareness in transition.
INDIVIDUAL SKILLS
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"Great feint – now drive forward!"
Praises individual creativity and next steps.
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"Use your body – shield the ball!"
Reinforces physicality and ball protection.
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"Take your time – no rush!"
Encourages composure in critical moments.
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"That’s it – keep building your confidence!"
Boosts self-assurance during play.
GENERAL ENCOURAGEMENT
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"You’ve got this! Keep working!"
Boosts morale and effort.
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"Good effort! Let’s keep that energy up!"
Reinforces positive behavior.
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"Keep talking – you're doing great!"
Promotes teamwork and communication.
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"Way to work as a team – keep it going!"
Reinforces collaboration.