Soccer Bumper Ball Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player. 1-3 beach balls or different size/color balls.
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players dribble inside playing area with reg. size ball
- one or two players dribble a beach ball
- objective of the game is to have possession of the beach ball at the end of the game
- players switch balls if a player kicks his reg. size ball against one of the beach balls
Variations
- specify how players must pass/shoot (left or right foot, inside or outside foot etc.)
- vary number of players with a target ball
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- keep ball rolling
- accuracy
- weight of pass
- vision
- protect the ball with your body
