Soccer Team Tag # 2 Training Drill

Setup

  • 2 teams
  • grid (25yds x 35yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per player
  • pinnies
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • one team (taggers) attempts to tag the players on the other team by passing their soccer ball at
  • them below their knee or on their soccer ball
  • players keep score of how many times they tag the other team
  • passes must below the knees
  • teams switch roles after 3-5 minutes
  • team with better score wins

Variations

  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points

  • vision
  • move away from pressure
  • change of speed &direction
  • awareness of surrounding
  • accuracy over power

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing

Number of Players: 8+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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