Soccer Lay Off to Targets Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (30yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • pinnies
  • 10-20 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each team has two target players positioned around the grid as shown
  • teams score by dribbling to their target player at end line who takes over the ball and then enters the grid (his teammate now takes his position)

Variations

  • vary number of target players around the grid (2 on each side line)
  • attacker must beat a defender with a move before he can dribble to a target
  • minimum of 2 (3) touches
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • change of speed &direction often
  • agility and balance
  • close control

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