📋 Session Plan · Shooting
7v7 Shooting Session
A 45-minute shooting session for U10–U11 squads in the 7v7 format. Volume, variety, and first-time striking.
⏱Session timeline
8m
14m
20m
3m
▦Session blocks
1
Target shooting warm-up
8 minTwo mini goals at each end. All players shoot continuously for 8 minutes. No organisation — just reps.
2
One-two and shoot
14 minOne-two combination into a shooting position. 40+ reps per player. Focus on the first-time strike.
3
7v7 with shooting bonus
20 min7v7. Goal after a combination play = 2pts. Goal from outside the box = 2pts. Standard = 1pt.
4
Shooting competition
3 minEach player gets one shot from the penalty spot. Coach counts. Most goals per team wins.
◆What you'll need from yourself
Energy. Shooting sessions need pace from minute one. Slow-paced finishing drills produce slow-paced finishing habits.
!Common problems
Players taking too many touches — in this session the instruction is: shoot early, shoot often.
?Frequently asked questions
What age group is 7v7 Shooting Session suitable for?
This session is designed for U10–U12. Adjust pitch size, ball size and numbers to suit your squad if they sit outside this range.
How many players do I need for 7v7 Shooting Session?
This session works well with around 14 players. With fewer, reduce group sizes or rotate players through the blocks; with more, run extra stations so everyone stays active.
How long does 7v7 Shooting Session take?
Allow around 45 min in total for this session, including the warm-up and main blocks.
What does 7v7 Shooting Session focus on?
A 45-minute shooting session for U10–U11 squads in the 7v7 format. Volume, variety, and first-time striking.