Soccer Relay Dribbling # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per group
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- first player touches ball twice before he passes and follows it as shown
- next player dribbles back and stops the ball dead in front of next the player
- next player repeats the sequence
- team to get back to its starting position first wins
Variations
- specify how players must dribble (left or right foot, inside or outside foot etc.)
- 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
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- first touch
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot
- close control
- soft touch
