Targets in Goals # 2
Find some free passing drills for youth soccer. Most of the soccer activities for adults can be used for kids simply by changing the size of the grid.
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Basic Information
Age Group:(5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Medium
Time: 15-20 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Possession
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (2-4yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4 inside the grid
- teams score by dribbling the ball to target players
- team starts with the ball from the goal it just scored upon
- losing team after 4-5 minutes switches with target players
Variation:
- teams score by completing pass through the cone goals to the target player
- each team can score on two designated targets
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- vision
- first touch
- angle, distance and timing of support
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- accuracy
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