Soccer Shooting Drill w Defender Training Drill
Setup
- 1 goalie
- good supply of cones
- 1 goal
- good supply of balls
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- first player with the ball passes to partner who attempts to dribble and shoot on goal
- passer becomes the defender who can try to block or steal the ball
- defender cannot cross the second line
- players switch roles after each turn
- players switch sides after 4-8 rounds
Variations
- defenders are passive
- first pass is lofted
- shot on goal must be towards the goalie (as a warm up)
- attacker has to shoot on goal on his first touch after he crosses the second line
- attacker must try to beat the goalie in a 1v1 situation
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- 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
- setting up defender
- change of speed &direction
- protecting the ball
- accurate passes
