Soccer Hunter Pair Tag Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (20yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per player
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players dribble inside playing area
  • on coach's command two players (hunters) knock their balls out and stay connected by holding hands
  • hunters now attempts to knock out balls within 30 seconds
  • hunter with the most points wins

Variations

  • hunters score a point by tagging a player
  • hunters score a point by putting their foot on top of a ball
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • change of speed &direction
  • close control
  • protect ball
  • vision
  • deception
  • set up defender

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