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
