Soccer Dribble and Pass Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (30yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per group
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players dribble around cone and pass back to next player as shown
  • players go to the next corner after their pass

Variations

  • players perform a move in front of middle cone and then make a pass
  • players make a self pass towards the middle cone, catch up with it and dribble around the cone and then pass back and move to the next corner
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • quick turn
  • close control
  • accurate pass to feet
  • move towards ball when receiving
  • good first touch
  • eye contact
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing

Number of Players: 8+

Age Group: 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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