Club DNA Manual
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Manual overview
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Playing Principles
- Play the way they face.
- Get into position quickly.
- Play with their head up and scan constantly.
- Ask themselves, "What do I see?"
- Make eye contact before passing whenever possible.
- Make the right decision.
- Play the correct pass.
- Play with purpose.
- Create and use passing lanes.
- Break lines whenever possible.
- Look to play forward first.
- React immediately after winning or losing possession.
- Compete with maximum effort in every action.
Coaching Commands
Scan every 4–7 seconds in possession, out of possession, and during transitions. The more information you gather, the better decisions you make.
Play quickly in the direction you are facing whenever possible. This increases the speed of play and helps maintain possession.
Move into your correct position early. Good positioning creates better passing options, speeds up play, and reduces mistakes.
Move to create a clear passing line between you and the player on the ball.
Every situation requires a different pass.
Gather information before acting and before making your decision.
Prepare your teammate to receive and coordinate movement.
Look forward first and break lines whenever possible.
Transition immediately after winning or losing possession.
Give maximum effort in every duel.