Soccer Short Passing # 4 Training Drill

Setup

  • in pairs
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per pair
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players pass back and forth from inside a designated square
  • players cannot leave square to receive or pass the ball
  • players must run around one of the cones after each pass
  • pair to complete most passes within 2 minutes wins

Variations

  • one-touch passing
  • specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, high or low etc.)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the gro

Coaching Points

  • body mechanics
  • balance
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy
  • first touch
  • make eye contact

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