Soccer Passing End Zones w Targets Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (30yds x 40yds)
- end zones (5yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 15-25 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends a designated end zone
- each team has two targets in the attacking half outside the grid
- targets have two touches
- players attempt to make a pass to a teammate who is making a run into the end zone to receive the ball
- players cannot wait inside end zone to receive the ball
Variations
- teams must pass to a target player before they can score
- play 3v3, 5v5 etc.
- targets have one touch only
- limit number of touches
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- vision
- first touch takes ball away from pressure
- constant movement
- angles of support to receive ball
- body position - open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
