Touchline Passing # 4
It’s not often you see youth team passing the ball around with speed. The following soccer coaching drills are designed to improve your team’s passing skills.
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Passing, Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- half the group with a ball
- grid (30yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
Description:
- players inside the grid receive a ball from an outside player, dribble around a cone and pass it back as shown
- next they have to go and receive a pass from a different player
- switch roles after 2-3 minutes
Variation:
- outside players distribute the ball by throwing
- specify how players must pass (left foot, right foot, high or low etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- players accelerate into space after receiving the ball
- constant movement
- communication
- stay on your toes and always be prepared toreceive the ball
- accuracy
- weight of pass
- tight turns
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