Soccer Middle Target Zone # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- grid (50yds x 40yds)
- mark off middle zone (appr.10yds deep)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals
- pinnies
- 20-30 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks a goal
- all players must stay out of middle zone until attacking player who makes a run into zone receives a pass from a teammate
- players cannot pass through middle zone into attacking zone
Variations
- attacking players only have two touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- quick finish
- lead passes into space
- vision
- time your runs
- communication
- constant movement
- angles of support to receive ball
