Target Players # 17
Discover intermediate level finishing drills for soccer players who have mastered the technique of finishing/shooting. Study and implement all our drills.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 10+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-25 min.
Emphasis: Finishing, Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- 2 target zones (4-6 yards deep)
- cones to mark off area
- 2 goals with goalies
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4, 5v5, 6v6, 7v7 etc.
- each team has one target player in their attacking zone
- players must stay in their designated zone
- teams try to make a pass to their target who lays the ball back for a shot on goal
Variation:
- limit number of touches for targets
- goals must be scored off a first touch
- both targets are neutral which allows the teams to score on both goals
- allow shots from the middle zone with the target being able to go for a rebound after a shot on goal
- adjust size of field and / or target zone if necessary
Coaching Points:
- quick finish
- communication
- create supporting angles
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- vision
- first touch
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
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