Soccer Cone Dribbling # 8 Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (20yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • good supply of balls
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players dribble along touchline and must take a touch at every cone as shown
  • next player goes after the first player's pass to next group as shown

Variations

  • specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
  • players zig zag around cones
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • body mechanics
  • agility and balance
  • contact surface of foot
  • close control
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing

Number of Players: 6+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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