Soccer Warm Up # 12 Training Drill

Setup

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

Rules & Objectives

  • each team passes one ball and throws another to each other as shown

Variations

  • teams pass a third ball by volleying / heading / drop kicking
  • players pass only to players from the other team
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • communication
  • awareness
  • angle, distance and timing of support
  • vision
  • decision making
  • verbal and visual communication
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing

Number of Players: 6+

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

Format:

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