Soccer Handball # 1 Training Drill

Basic Information

Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Attacking, Defending

Field Preparation:

• 2 teams
• grid (30yds x 40yds)
• cones to mark off area
• pinnies

Description:

• each team defends and attacks one end zone
• players pass by throwing
• teams score by passing the ball to a teammate who makes a run the opponent’s end zone (he cannot wait inside the end zone)
• players cannot take more than two steps with the ball
• possessions switches when the ball is dropped, a pass intercepted, a player takes too many steps or goal is scored
• players may not wrestle the ball from an opponent

Variation:

• set time limit for player with the ball to get rid of it (i.e. 3 seconds)
• players by volleying / drop kicking
• adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points:

• angle, distance and timing of support
• vision
• body position — open to field
• decision making
• verbal and visual communication
• accuracy

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