Targets in Goals # 3
Discover a simple soccer passing drill for kids that illustrates the importance of transitioning and spreading the field.
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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, Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 3 teams
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- cone goals (2-4 yds)
- pinnies
Description:
- play 4v4 inside the grid
- teams score by passing it into one of the target players
- team starts with the ball from the goal it just scored upon
- that team cannot score into that goal again until they score in the 3 remaining corners first
- losing team after 4-5 minutes switches with target players
Variation:
- each team can score on two designated targets
- limit number of touches
- add neutral player on the field
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- angle, distance and timing of support
- vision
- decision making
- verbal and visual communication
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- close control
- first touch
- accuracy
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