Soccer Passing Pattern # 8 Training Drill

Setup

  • groups of 3
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per group
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players pass to each other in sequence as shown
  • 1. high pass over player in middle
  • 2. player receives high pass and passes it on to player in middle
  • 3. player in middle controls pass and passes it back to starting player

Variations

  • player who receives lofted pass can go through the following skills: (inside foot volley, top of the foot volley,
  • thigh volley, chest volley, headers etc.)
  • one-touch passing for player at outer cones
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • accuracy
  • weight of pass
  • first touch
  • body position and balance
  • eye on ball
  • contact surface

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Passing

Number of Players: 2+

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

Format:

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