Soccer Keep Away Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- attackers attempt to keep ball away from defender by passing
- if the ball goes out of bounce or is won by the defender last attacker to have touched the ball switches role with defender
Variations
- 5v2, 5v3, 4v2, 3v1
- if defender allows a certain number of (one-touch) passes or nutmeg he is to stay in the middle one extra round
- limited number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- constant movement
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position - open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
Difficulty: Intermediate
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Number of Players: 4+
Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11
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