Soccer Middle Cone Dribbling Training Drill

Setup

  • 4 groups of 2-3
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per group
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • the first player in line from each group dribbles towards the middle and leaves it behind at the center cone
  • the next player in line runs to get the ball and dribbles it back to the start
  • the next player repeat sequence

Variations

  • specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
  • players perform a specific move when at the end of their dribbling path
  • the next player in line meets dribbling player halfway on the way back to take over the ball
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • agility and balance
  • change of speed &direction
  • acceleration
  • close control
  • soft touches

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