Soccer Shooting Drill w Centre Grid # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- 2 goalies
- center grid (15yds x 15yds)
- good supply of cones
- 2 goals
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- each pairing is assigned a number
- players pass to their partners inside the grid
- on coach's command the player with the ball in that moment dribbles out of the center grid and tries to finish on goal
- the player's partner attempts to win the ball back and finish on goal himself
Variations
- limit number of touches inside the center grid
- players throw the ball to each other inside the centre grid
- 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
- quality of preparation touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- vision and anticipation
- placement versus power
- positioning to gain an advantage
- seal off defender with your body
- change of speed &direction
- get defender off balance
