Passing Triangle # 4
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 9+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing
Field Preparation:
- half the group with a ball
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off grid/triangles
- pinnies for defenders to carry
Description:
- players inside triangle play wall passes as shown
- passes come in through one side and go out another as shown
- play with passive defenders that can only jockey the ball (can’t deposses ball)
- player with most amount of passes within 2 min. wins
- switch roles every 2-3 minutes
Variation:
- specify how players must pass (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, high or low etc.)
- players switch role if active defender wins the ball (defender carries pinnie)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- communication
- good first touch into space
- accuracy