The Zu Kru Soccer Guide
Animal Roles + Formations
A grown-up guide to the Zu Kru soccer language: animal roles, small-sided shapes, and the pathway from Core 4 to the Flex 11.
Guard TriangleA back anchor with two wide options.This triangle introduces the idea that a team can protect behind the ball and still have two outlets.
Attack this way ↑
CatsLeo + Teddi

Finish attacks and lead the front line

BirdsOzzy + Eddi

Create width, options, and service

DogsWesty + Rocky

Guard the outside lanes and recover

BearsBailey + Poppi

Protect the center and build again

PrimatesGordi + Marti

Connect, balance, and control the middle

KeeperSami

Organize, save, and restart play