coachmarino.com....................Chalk Talk

Welcome to Chalk Talk! The purpose of this section is to e concepts with the aid of visuals in the tradition of a coach standing at a chalk board or dry-erase board. Without question, this section of the site is visited most often. Below are all the discussions currently available. Enjoy, and keep sending that feedback: coachmarino@coachmarino.com

Featured Discussion
3-5-2
I have found throughout my youth soccer travels in the United States that amongst the higher level teams, the choice of formation often boils down to one of two, these being the 4-4-2 and the 3-5-2. These two formations also seem to cater to vastly contrasting styles. Teams that organize in a 4-4-2 are conservative, tough to unbalance defensively, and efficient in attack. Conversely, teams that use a 3-5-2 are often explosive, attacking minded, and unpredictable. From my observations, this seems often to be the case domestically...continued

Flat Back Four?: An introduction to the infamous and often misunderstood system.

1-2-3 A discussion of the methodology behind discussions of first, second, and third attackers and defenders.

Making the Leap to 4-4-2 (or finally figuring out why): In the US we struggle on the decision that we know we have to make or we already made but still don't know why.

Your Small-sided Formation (6v6)A discussion for young teams in small-sided leagues or older teams that choose smaller sides for training or indoor play.

Corner Kick Series: NOT specific corner kick plays, this is a discussion involving the tactics of corner kicks.

3-4-3: This simple formation is described in a brief discussion.

3-5-2: Another brief formation discussion

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