📋 Session Plan · Set-Pieces

9v9 Set Pieces Session

A 60-minute set piece session for U12–U13 squads. Attacking corners, defending free kicks, and kick-off routines.

Reviewed by James Whitlock, FA Level 2 coach · Last updated 20 September 2026

Duration60 min AgeU12–U14 Players18 FocusAttacking corners, defending free kicks, kick-off routines

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⏱Session timeline

18m

▦Session blocks

Dead ball warm-up

8 min

All players practise dead ball kicks: corners from both sides, free kicks from various positions. Technique only.

Attacking corners

18 min

Named corner routine from each side. Near post, far post. 4 reps each routine. Coach calls the name before each.

Defending free kicks

18 min

Attacking team takes free kicks from 20-25 yards. GK organises wall. WALL SET target under 8 seconds. Wall jumps on ON THE KICK.

Kick-off routine practice

8 min

BUILD and PRESS routines. Two reps each. All players know their role before each rep.

Competition set piece game

8 min

Alternating attacking and defensive set pieces. Attacking team earns 1pt per goal. Defending team earns 1pt per clean defensive execution.

◆What you'll need from yourself

Insisting on calling the routine before every set piece. The habit is the product — not the goals scored.

!Common problems

Wall players watching the kick instead of jumping — ON THE KICK is the cue, use it every rep.

?Frequently asked questions

What age group is 9v9 Set Pieces Session suitable for?

This session is designed for U12–U14. Adjust pitch size, ball size and numbers to suit your squad if they sit outside this range.

How many players do I need for 9v9 Set Pieces Session?

This session works well with around 18 players. With fewer, reduce group sizes or rotate players through the blocks; with more, run extra stations so everyone stays active.

How long does 9v9 Set Pieces Session take?

Allow around 60 min in total for this session, including the warm-up and main blocks.

What does 9v9 Set Pieces Session focus on?

A 60-minute set piece session for U12–U13 squads. Attacking corners, defending free kicks, and kick-off routines.