Soccer Target Players # 13 Training Drill

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Setup

• 2 teams
• teams play 3v3, 4v4, 5v5 or 6v6 etc. in the middle
• grid (20yds x 40yds)
• 2 target zones (4-6 yards deep)
• cones to mark off area
• pinnies
• 15-25 min

Rules & Objectives

• two target players and one defender in each end zone
• teams score by getting the ball from one target player and play it to the other without losing
• possession to the defending team

Variations

• target players have one or two touches
• teams score if one or both target players can control a lofted pass
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

• communication
• create supporting angles
• weight of pass
• accuracy
• vision
• first touch