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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.

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