hi mark 

i think its really important to help each player understand their role or roles in the team, whether it be just for one week. highlight the importance of why they are playing that role, as at that age it may not be their only position.

i would still encourage the players to have the courage to go forward, that could be with or without the ball, 

but after each decision made by them tyr to ask them questions about why they made that choice, what implications were there(good or bad). and how they can make that decision even better next time. they will learn by the wins and fails.

but to give them freedom where ever they play is the key.

a goalkeeper can come out of their area and play a pass,

a defender can overlap

a midfielder can make that tracking back tackle on the penalty spot

an attacker can clear a corner

be specific but with freedom to play and express where ever on the pitch

hi mark 

i think its really important to help each player understand their role or roles in the team, whether it be just for one week. highlight the importance of why they are playing that role, as at that age it may not be their only position.

i would still encourage the players to have the courage to go forward, that could be with or without the ball, 

but after each decision made by them tyr to ask them questions about why they made that choice, what implications were there(good or bad). and how they can make that decision even better next time. they will learn by the wins and fails.

but to give them freedom where ever they play is the key.

a goalkeeper can come out of their area and play a pass,

a defender can overlap

a midfielder can make that tracking back tackle on the penalty spot

an attacker can clear a corner

be specific but with freedom to play and express where ever on the pitch