Soccer 3v3 Sweeper Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (40yds x 50yds)
- 2 end zones 5yds deep
- cones to mark off area
- 4 cone goals (4-5yds)
- pinnies
- 10-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team defends and attacks 2 cone goals
- sweeper acts as a defender/goalie who cannot leave the end zone
Variations
- allow sweeper to use his hands
- limit number of touches for field players and/or sweepers
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- switch point of attack
- awareness of goalkeeper's position
- quick finish
- attack open space
- spread out attack
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
