Soccer Pass Receive Turn Training Drill

Setup

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

Rules & Objectives

  • players on the outside pass to a player inside the middle zone who receives and turns with the ball to pass it to the player on the opposite side
  • switch roles after 20 passes

Variations

  • specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, high or low etc.)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • players should try to develop a rhythm with their passing
  • players should accelerate towards the ball
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy
  • good first touch

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Passing

Number of Players: 4+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

Format:

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