Partner Passing
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 2+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Passing
Field Preparation:
- in pairs
- each pair with a ball
- grid (30yds x 20yds)
- cones to mark off area
Description:
- players pass to their partner in various ways:
- players pass to each other while moving
- players make one touch lead passes into space
- players make high passes
- players make 2 short, 2 long passes etc.
- players perform a move after receiving a pass
- players dribble with speed 3-4 steps in any direction with the ball after receiving a pass
- players turn with the ball in the opposite direction from where the pass came from
Variation:
- dd one or more defenders who attempt to intercept passes only
- specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, receive with one foot and pass with another, inside,
- outside of foot, laces, high or low)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- accuracy
- weight of pass
- vision
- body position and balance
- first touch
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