The 3-5-2 is an exciting system because of the strength in the midfield (5 players), the ability to attack from wide positions as well as internally, and the good numbers it presents on defense. Coach Berticelli takes you on a guided tour of the 3-5-2 system. He provides an excellent overview of the 3-5-2 and highlights the strengths and weaknesses the system presents. He also presents training exercises to use for each area of the field (for the defenders, the mid-fielders, and the front runners) that will help your athletes practice their positions and make the 3-5-2 a more effective system for your team!
1999. 45 minutes.

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.

The modern 3-5-2 is one of the most popular systems in soccer today, and Coach Lauffer presents a complete guide to this system for you! Lauffer shows how to use the 3-5-2 in both offensive and defensive situations, creating width from the inside out, and forcing the opposition into uncomfortable situations. He demonstrates how to defend against midfield attacks and switches, transition, counter-attack, and other basic principles. Finally, Lauffer shows several field exercises that you can use as a teaching progression for your team. Understanding the modern 3-5-2 will help your team play more effectively on both ends of the field and allow you to win more games!

58 minutes. 2005.