Team Tag # 2
Here we illustrate how to instruct a simple and fun soccer drill that teaches passing techniques to youth soccer players of all ages and levels.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs)(8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 2 teams
- each player with a ball
- grid (25yds x 35yds)
- cones to mark off area
- pinnies
Description:
- one team (taggers) attempts to tag the players on the other team by passing their soccer ball at
- them below their knee or on their soccer ball
- players keep score of how many times they tag the other team
- passes must below the knees
- teams switch roles after 3-5 minutes
- team with better score wins
Variation:
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- vision
- move away from pressure
- change of speed & direction
- awareness of surrounding
- accuracy over power
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