As part of our 9v9 series, we’re posting a new Ebook compressing the best formations for 9v9 into each article.
The book includes:
- Explanations into how to utilize 11 of the best formations for 9v9, from the 3-2-3 to 2-3-3 to 2-4-2.
- The pros and cons behind every formation, and what set of players might be best suited for each forrmation.
- How to adapt each formation for the 11v11 game.
- The formation that I used in my unbeaten season coaching a 9v9 team.
9v9 is one of the most exciting stages in the development of young players and can often be the first time they are truly able to understand positioning, formations and how to play to the strengths of their teammates. This Ebook gives coaches an opportunity to learn all the in’s and out’s of coaching 9v9, including tactics, formations, and how to prepare for the 11v11 game. Great work taking time to improve your development as a coach.
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