Soccer Shooting Competition Training Drill
Setup
- in pairs
- grid (4yds x 18yds)
- good supply of cones
- 1 ball per pair
- 5-10 min
Rules & Objectives
- players try to shoot the ball past their partner at the opposite side while keeping the ball in the channel
- the other player attempts to block/receive the ball before it goes past him through the cone goal
- if the ball gets past the player between the two cones, the shooting player is awarded a point
- low shots only
Variations
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside foot or laces etc.)
- adjust size of grid 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
