Circle Passing # 3
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Basic Information
Age Group:(5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- each group with one ball
- cones to mark off area
Description:
- players pass to teammate across circle as shown
- team that completes most passes within 90 sec. wins
Variation:
- pass giver has to call receiver’s name before making a pass
- one team passes in clockwise direction; other team in counterclockwise direction
- each group with two balls
- one touch passing between teammates
- specify how players must pass/receive (left or right foot, inside or outside foot, high or low etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- accuracy over power
- communication
- make eye contact
- players should try to develop a rhythm with their passing
- good first touch
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