Soccer Passing Accuracy Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (20yds x 40yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 4 mini goals
  • 1 ball per player
  • 5-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each team must stay in their zone
  • no player is allowed inside middle zone
  • both teams attempt to score on the other team's goals
  • ball has to be moving when players strike it
  • players cannot block shots
  • teams with most goals wins

Variations

  • players can play defense
  • vary number of goals
  • specify how players must pass (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, laces, high or low etc.)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • accurate passes
  • body mechanics
  • balance
  • weight of pass

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Passing

Number of Players:

Age Group: 5 to 7, 8 to 11

Format:

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