Soccer Grid Possession Game # 3 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- large grid (18 x 24yds) & small grid (6 x 6yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- one neutral target player on each side of the grid
- teams score by passing to one target player and then to the other without losing possession
- players must stay in their designated grid
Variations
- each player has five seconds to play the ball
- no verbal communication allowed
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position - open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- good first touch takes ball away from pressure
