Soccer Quick Subs Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- 2 goalies
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks one goal with goalie
- goal scorer is replaced by a teammate waiting at the side line
- game continues during substitution
- if ball goes out of bounce it is dribbled back in
Variations
- players get substituted if they commit a foul or get the ball out of bounce
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- take advantage of numbers up situation
- fast transition
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
