Soccer Ball Capture Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- cones to mark off area
- all players from one team with a ball
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- the players with the ball dribble inside the grid and try to keep possession as long as possible
- the goal for each team is to have as many balls in their possession as possible
- players from the same team can work together to take away balls or to keep possession
- team with most balls under control at the end of the game wins
- each round lasts between 2-4 minutes
- play multiple rounds
- repeat sequence with the other team starting with the balls
Variations
- play with 2 (3, 4 etc.) balls only
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- set up defender
- change of speed &direction
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
