Soccer Shooting Drill w Centre Grid # 4 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 assigned a goal which to score on
- players dribble inside playing area
- when coach calls out a number the players with that number from inside the box finish on goal
- players are awarded a point if they score 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
- 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
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
