Soccer Lay Off Shooting Training Drill

Setup

  • 1 goalie
  • distance from goal to cones (15-20yds)
  • 1 goal
  • 1 ball per player
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players pass to another who lays off to one side
  • players then has one or two touches before getting a shot off
  • players have to get a shot off before blue cones

Variations

  • players are allowed to go for a rebound
  • specify how players must pass to player in the middle (high or low etc.)
  • players who lays it off catches a high pass and throws it to the side for the shooter to take on none, one or multiple bounces
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • get the shot off as quickly as possible
  • aggressive and positive mentality
  • eye on ball
  • accuracy before power
  • try to be deceptive with the shot

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Finishing

Number of Players: 6+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 8 to 11

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