Hexagonal 3v3 with Bonus Players | Quick Combos to Open Up Space

Overview

• Built for middle school age and up, for players who are already comfortable on the ball
• Demands sharp decisions and speed at the same time
• Puts the focus on combination play in small numbers

Objectives

• Sharpen the feel for opening up space with quick passing and movement
• Build awareness of the bonus players as supporting options
• Speed up both how fast players decide and how fast they execute
• Create high-quality connections in tight spaces

Setup

Set up a hexagonal field, run 3v3 with two bonus players added, and keep the game flowing at a good tempo.

1）Set up the field: Mark out a hexagon roughly 30m x 30m using cones or markers

2）Position the players: Three attackers, three defenders, and two bonus players in the middle

3）Start the game: The attacking team begins in possession and looks to get a shot off

4）Touch limit: Cap the bonus players at one or two touches to force quick decisions

5）Rotation: Switch roles every five minutes or so, so everyone gets time on attack and defense