Soccer Cone Knock Down # 6 Training Drill

Setup

  • 3 teams
  • 3 cones to mark off area. 12 tall cones placed 3-5yds behind each side line.
  • 1 ball per player
  • pinnies (optional)
  • 10-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • each player must dribble with a ball at all times
  • each team tries to knock down opponent's cones and defend their own from inside the grid
  • a team is eliminated if all its cones are knocked down

Variations

  • play with only 2 teams at one time
  • each team only has one ball
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • communication
  • head up
  • change of speed &direction
  • deception
  • set up defender
  • decision making
  • quality of preparation touch
  • aggressive and positive mentality
  • placement versus power

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Dribbling, Finishing

Number of Players: 6+

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

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