Winning Midfield Play with the 3-5-2
with Mike Freitag,
Indiana University Head Men's Soccer Coach

Coach Freitag believes that soccer games are won in midfield, and this system is the reason why. The 3-5-2 system has helped Indiana compete in seven of the last nine college cups, including winning the 2004 National Championship. In this DVD he rolls out the 3-5-2 with an emphasis on the 5. Using computer graphics and animation to enhance the presentation, Freitag thoroughly describes the 3-5-2 and includes various concerns and coaching points. He also describes the key qualities required of the forwards, midfielders and defenders to make this system successful. The 3-5-2 has been proven successful at the highest collegiate level of competition. The fundamental elements of this attack can be used at all levels to help coaches develop a successful style of play. 33 minutes. 2006. DVD.

11 Keys to a Winning Defense
with Mike Freitag,
Indiana University Head Men's Soccer Coach

In this DVD Coach Freitag unpacks his strategy and philosophy on building a winning defense. In 33 years of Indiana soccer, the common thread has been defense. Defending has led the Hoosiers to 17 of the 33 College Cups. Freitag believes that a team must become good defensively first, then offensively. To help you create a winning defense, Freitag presents coaching tips in the following areas: Transition, Pressure, Anticipation, Vision, Communication, Responsibility, Cover, Start up Position, Block, Angle of Approach and Tussle. Using computer animation, Coach Freitag shares seven defensive drills to hone these keys. The conclusion uses game footage to emphasize the point that "little things make a big difference." Use this DVD to make a commitment to defending and put you team in position to win every game. 50 minutes. 2006. DVD.

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