Soccer Partner Passing Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- grid (30yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per pair
- 5-10 min
Rules & Objectives
- players pass to their partner in various ways:
- players pass to each other while moving
- players make one touch lead passes into space
- players make high passes
- players make 2 short, 2 long passes etc.
- players perform a move after receiving a pass
- players dribble with speed 3-4 steps in any direction with the ball after receiving a pass
- players turn with the ball in the opposite direction from where the pass came from
Variations
- dd one or more defenders who attempt to intercept passes only
- specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, receive with one foot and pass with another, inside,
- outside of foot, laces, high or low)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- accuracy
- weight of pass
- vision
- body position and balance
- first touch
