Soccer Shooting Drill # 3 Training Drill
Setup
- 1 goalie
- good supply of cones
- 1 goal
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- the players run around cones as shown and then compete for the ball to shoot on goal
- the ball is played in by the coach (high, low etc.)
- switch pairings after 2-4 turn
Variations
- players start off juggling and run (without the ball) around the cones on coach's command to compete for the ball
- player to touch the ball first gets to shoot on goal on his third touch (second touch) without being challenged by the other player
- vary position of cones
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
