Soccer Short Passing # 10 Training Drill


Short Passing # 10

High school soccer players often benefit from well organized drills emphasizing the cooperation between players, changing positions and receiving skills.

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Basic Information

Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 5+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 5-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing

Field Preparation:

  • each group with two balls
  • grid (15yds x 15yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • repeat setup to accommodate the entire team

Description:

  • target player in the middle of the square starts by passing to any player standing by a cone
  • corner player with the ball passes to any other available player
  • target player moves towards corner player to receive the ball back from the player he just passed it to

Variation:

  • one-touch passes back to target player
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group

Coaching Points:

  • body mechanics
  • balance
  • weight of pass
  • accuracy
  • first touch

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