Soccer Different Colour-Cones # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- each pair decides on a leader and follower
- if leader dribbles around a cone his partner has to dribble around the same colour cone
- follower cannot dribble around exactly the same cone
- switch roles after 1-2 minutes
Variations
- specify how players must dribble (left or right foot, inside or outside foot etc.)
- same rules as before, leaders perform a specific move in front of a cone
- groups of three or four
- start activity with players carrying the ball in their hands as a warm up
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- communication
- vision
- close control
- change of speed &direction
