Soccer Shooting Drill Center Grid # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 groups
- 2 goalies
- center grid (7yds x 10yds)
- good supply of cones
- 2 goals
- 1 ball per player
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- all players from each group are assigned a number from 1-4
- each group is assigend a goal which to score on
- players dribble inside playing area
- when coach calls out a number the players with that number dribble out of the box and finish on goal
- players are awarded a point if they score and and an extra point if the shot is on target
- first player to shoot is awarded an extra point
- the group with most points wins
Variations
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- players juggle in centre grid and shoot on goal on a drop-kick
- players must to beat the goalie by dribbling around him
- the shot cannot touch the ground before it goes into the goal
- 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
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
