This CPD event will cover the following topics:

  • How to develop all players to be more confident and effective when out of possession
  • The different technical attributes required to defend in 1v1 situation
  • Technical aspects of defending as the first player
  • Decision-making as the first player linked to principles of play

Event Details


South West - Core Event #2
DateThursday 6th February 2020
Time18:30-21:30
VenueStoneham Lane Football Complex, Stoneham Lane, Southampton, SO16 9PA
CPD Hours
3 hours for all levels


Workshop Title: 

England DNA workshop (12-16): Intelligent individual defending


What is this workshop about?

In this workshop we focus on 1v1 defending. This is a priority development area for every age group and level of the game.

We need to shift the focus away from only coaching team shape and positioning, to sessions that encourage the development of individual defensive skills, attributes and abilities. Players in this age group are still mastering the technical aspects of defending as well as developing tactical understanding, and that’s what our coaching should reflect.

During this workshop we will look at how we can help develop all players to be more confident and effective when out of possession. We will examine the different technical attributes required to defend in 1v1 situations, transferable individual defending skills, position specific skills and how to inspire positive decision making.


What are the learning outcomes?

We will explore how we can develop confident, technically excellent players who are self-assured when defending in 1v1 situations, focusing on:

  • Technical aspects of defending as the first player
  • Decision making as the first player linked to principles of play
  • Transferable and position specific skills


Terms & Conditions

During the event: 

  • I agree to follow Hampshire FA rules and respect the venue.

  • I understand that due to venue and safeguarding rules, under no circumstances can photographs be taken at any point. 

  • I will respect Hampshire FA, FA, club and venue members of staff, as well as other candidates and their points of view. I understand that if my behaviour, language or conduct is deemed 'unacceptable', 'offensive' or 'harmful' for any reason, Hampshire FA and the venue reserve the right to ask me to leave.

  • I understand that Hampshire FA and the venue do not accept responsibility for the loss, or damage to, candidate property or for personal injury however caused and that I will ensure that I am protected with my own personal insurance cover through other bodies.

  • I confirm that I understand the above statements and there implications, also that the information I have provided on this form is correct to the very best of my knowledge.

  • Hampshire FA Standard Terms & Conditions apply.


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