Soccer Diamond Combinations # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- groups of 3
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per group
- 5-10 min
Rules & Objectives
- one player dribbles around the diamond playing a wall pass with his teammates as shown
- players switch roles after 2 minutes
Variations
- specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
- wall players play one touch
- player dribbles and performs a specific move in front of the blue cone
- player plays a combination with the wall player and then takes his position as shown (see graphic #2)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- accuracy of pass
- weight of pass
- change of &direction
- close control
- soft touches
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