1v1 Goal Target Player # 1
This drill should be used to teach soccer dribble moves for beating an opponent, shielding, turning and properly striking the ball ball at a target.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 4+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: dribbling, passing
Field Preparation:
- groups of 4
- each group with 3-4 balls
- grid (15yds x 15yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 cone goals (3-5yds)
- 2 end zones 3-6yds deep
- pinnies (optional)
- repeat setup to accommodate entire team
Description:
- players try to dribble around the opponent and score by passing it through the cone goal to the target player
- players cannot pass to target player from inside the end zone
- direction of play changes if a goal is scored, ball goes out of bounds or the defender wins the ball
- players cannot score on same target twice in a row
- switch roles after 2-3 minutes
Variation:
- play 2v2, 3v3 etc.
- players lose possession automatically if they stand still or dribble backwards
- receiving player switches role with pass giver
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
- agility and balance
- change of direction and speed
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- disguise
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