Soccer Keep Away w Supporting Player Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- good supply of balls
- pinnies
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- all attackers except for one dribble a ball
- defender attempts to win the ball
- attackers keep the ball away from the defender and have the option to pass to the attacker who doesn't have a ball
- if the defender wins the ball, he switches roles with the attacker who made the mistake
Variations
- play with 2 attackers who don't have a ball
- play with 2 defenders
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- vision
- awareness
- change of direction and speed
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- close control
