Diamond Passing Sequence
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing
Field Preparation:
- cones to mark off area
- 1 goal with goalie
- supply of balls
Description:
- players pass to each other in the sequence as shown and then take position of the receiver of their pass
- last player to receive a pass has only one touch before he can shoot
Variation:
- same as before just vary sequence of passing
- last player to receive a pass must seek a 1v1 with goalie
- one touch passing
- specify how players must shoot (left or right foot, inside or laces etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
Attacking:
- accurate passes
- first touch
- get the shot off as quickly as possible
- positive mentality
- eye on ball
- accuracy before power
- try to be deceptive with the shot
1v1 w/ Goalkeeper:
- if the goalkeeper charges out – slot the ball under him or dribble around him
- if the goalkeeper’s feet are moving, shoot quickly
- identify the goalkeepers starting position
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