Big idea: Good players react. Smart players decide early. Decision-making is not speed — it’s clarity before the ball arrives. 🔑 Lesson Focus Teach players how to choose the best action, not just any action. 🔄 The 3-Step Decision Process (use this with the image) 1️⃣ Identify What do I see? Closest defender Free space Teammate positions 👉 This starts before receiving the ball 2️⃣ Decide What is my best option? Pass Turn Dribble Protect the ball 👉 Decision must be made early, not after control 3️⃣ Execute Play fast & calm One or two touches Correct weight and direction No panic 👉 Execution becomes easy when the decision is clear 📝 Key Coaching Line “The best decision is usually the simplest one — if you see it early.” 🎯 Mini Task (Homework) Next training or match: Pause before receiving Decide your action before the ball arrives Rate yourself after: Early decision ✅ Late decision ❌ 📌 Short Caption for the Image (optional) Identify → Decide → Execute Think before you play 🧠⚽