Soccer Target Players # 5 Training Drill
Setup
- 2 teams
- grid (35yds x 35yds)
- middle box (10x10yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
- 15-20 min
Rules & Objectives
- each team has a target player positioned inside the middle box
- teams score by passing to teams target player
- target player who receives a pass switches with pass giver as shown
Variations
- team score a point only if they play a wall pass with target player
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- body position - open to field
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- quick ball movement
