Soccer Crossing Shooting Training Drill

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Setup

• 1 goalie
• target area (7yds x 7yds)
• good supply of cones
• 1 goal
• good supply of balls
• 15-20 min

Rules & Objectives

• the passer giver makes a lofted pass diagonally across the grid to a player who is waiting in the target area
• the player in the box receives the ball and shoots on goal with his second touch
• sequence repeats now from the other side
• switch pass givers after appr. 5-10 minutes

Variations

• specify how players must shoot/pass (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
• the player in one box receives the pass and lays off for the player in the other box
• limit number of touches
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

• body mechanics and control of body
• body position and balance
• eye on ball
• quality of preparation touch
• contact surface
• aggressive and positive mentality
• placement versus power