Soccer Ball Maze w Cone Goals Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (20yds x 30yds)
  • cone goals (2-4yds)
  • half the group with a ball
  • 5-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players with a ball score a point by dribbling through a cone goal
  • players without a ball try to steal a ball and score by dribbling through a cone goal themselves
  • players cannot try to take the ball back from the player who stole it
  • play multiple rounds and allow everyone to have a chance to beat their own score

Variations

  • vary number of balls (more balls = easier, fewer balls = harder)
  • vary number of cone goals
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • shielding
  • agility and balance
  • contact surface of foot
  • change of direction and speed
  • deception
  • set up defender
  • protect the ball
  • vision
  • close control

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