Soccer Partner Tag # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per tagger
- 5-10 min
Rules & Objectives
- taggers dribble a ball inside playing area and try to hit targets with their ball below the knees
- targets stay connected by holding a pinnie
- switch targets often
Variations
- specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, high or low etc.)
- adjust size of field if necessary depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- vision
- close control
