Improving Speed of Play - Passing Drill
This soccer drill is designed to improve the speed of play, decision making, and passing accuracy under pressure.
Improving Soccer Speed of Play - Passing Drill
This soccer drill is designed to improve the speed of play, decision making, and passing accuracy under pressure.
Drill Setup
- Create a grid approximately 15X15 yards (make the grid smaller or larger depending on the skill and age of the players).
- You will need 4 players per grid and two soccer balls.
- You will be playing 3 attackers vs. 1 defender and the defender should be holding the alternate jersey in their hands while defending.
Drill Instructions
- The three attackers must keep possession from the one defender.
- The attackers can position themselves anywhere within the grid and should be moving to create support for his teammates with the ball.
- The defender is not trying to win the ball. However, their goal is to touch the attacker while that player is in possession of the ball.
- If the defender is successful, he hands the alternate jersey to the attacker, and they switch roles.
- If the attackers can hold possession for the count of "30 elephants" they earn a point (reduce this time based on age and skill level of the players).
Drill Variations
- Have the defenders tackle the players for the ball. Switch roles when the ball is won.
- Limit or increase the number of touches by the attacking players.
Drill Coaching Points
- Make sure the players have good supporting movement and angles.
- Help the players think a step ahead of the defenders. Know where the next ball is going to come from or go.
- Make good passing decisions with good pace.
- Introduce combination play into the mix.
Equipment
- Disc Cones - Mini or Full-Size Disc Cones are a critical piece of equipment that every soccer coach must have in your equipment bag.
- Scrimmage Pinnies/Vests - Scrimmage vests, also called bibs or pinnies, are also another must-have in your soccer coaching equipment bag.
- Soccer Practice or Training Balls - Every player should have a soccer balls at practice to have a successful training session.
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