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Play the Game: Space Invaders is an exciting new resource designed to help grassroots coaches and volunteers. Packed with 60 dynamic games that bring energy and creativity to weekly practice sessions, these are practices we are sure your players will enjoy. Each activity focuses on small-sided invasion style games which capturing the spirit of street football—the hallmark of the Play the Game programme at Hearts .

Why Space Invaders?

The Space Invaders resource is perfect for coaches looking to:

Inspire creativity, risk-taking and problem solving in players.
Introduce varied games at any time during a sessions
Provide adaptable activities suitable for all ages and stages, different techniques in front of goal.

Coaches needn’t worry about being the next Pep or Klopp, these practices are straightforward to set up and only require a simple demonstration before the game begins. Once the players are in action, coaches can step back and let them play or occasionally offer valuable insights to make attacking more dangerous or defending more effective.

Customizable for Your Needs

All Space Invader practices are flexible, allowing coaches to adjust areas, equipment, instructions, timings, and scoring to suit the unique needs of their teams and facilities.

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We also offer club visits where these games can be demonstrated with Hearts coaching staff. More info can be found here https://www.heartsfc.co.uk/pages/space-invaders-a-new-resource-for-grassroots-coaches

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