Soccer Pac Man Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 25yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- two players (Pacmen) start with a ball
- Pacmen try to pass against other players below the knee
- if player is hit he takes a ball and becomes a “Pacman” as well
- last player without a ball wins and starts as a Pacman the next round
Variations
- player without a ball switches role with Pac Man once hit by a pass (players who are not Pacmen at the end of the game win)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- stay within bounds
- keep ball rolling
- head up
- vision
- change direction and speed
- fake passes
- close control
- agility and balance
