Soccer Vertical Pass Plus Finish # 1 Training Drill
Setup
- 1 goalie
- good supply of cones
- 1 goal
- 1 ball per player
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- players pass to the player in the middle who relays the ball through the middle cone goal
- player who made the first pass then makes a run through one of outer cone goals to the receive the ball and finish on goal
Variations
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces, high or low etc.)
- the receiver in the middle decides in which direction to lay off the ball
- players must finish by dribbling around the goalkeeper
- adjust spacing 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
- anticipation
- placement versus power
- accurate passing
