Under 13 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U13, Under 13, 13 and Under age group.

Under 13 Soccer Drills Games and Exercises

Soccer drills for 13-year-olds focus on developing advanced technical skills and a deeper understanding of tactical play. This page offers drills that improve ball control, positioning, and teamwork to help players excel in competitive environments.

Age-Specific Drills

1v1 Reaction Gate Challenge MEDIUM

1v1 Reaction Gate Challenge

This drill enhances 1v1 attacking and defending skills by training quick decision-making, reaction speed, and close ball control. Attackers learn to use deception, while defenders focus on anticipation and body positioning.

4+ yrs. 6+ players 20 mins. 10X10 yds. GK: no
5 43,609 Colton Roundtree
4-Goal Game Medium

4-Goal Game

The 4-Goal Game drill simulates match conditions, encouraging players to switch the point of attack while maintaining team shape. This drill focuses on quick ball circulation to retain possession and balance the field to prevent counterattacks. The objective is to develop players' spatial awareness, movement, and strategic positioning under game-like pressure.

9+ yrs. 4-16 players 20 min. 25x35 yds. GK: no
Y Passing Drill - Variation 1 MEDIUM

Y Passing Drill - Variation 1

Develops players' ability to receive with an open body position, execute accurate passes, and transition quickly between roles. Encourages movement, decision-making, and proper body positioning when receiving the ball.

9+ yrs. 5+ players 20 mins. 15x20 yds. GK: no
5 11,673 Chris Johnson
Y Passing Drill - Variation 2 MEDIUM

Y Passing Drill - Variation 2

Develops passing accuracy, movement off the ball, and one-two combination play. Encourages quick decision-making, communication, and proper body positioning for receiving and distributing the ball.

9+ yrs. 5+ players 20 mins. 15X20 yds. GK: no
5 5,441 Chris Johnson
1v1 Corner Escape MEDIUM

1v1 Corner Escape

This drill sharpens a player’s ability to receive under pressure, recognize defensive cues, and dribble into space. It emphasizes decision-making, ball protection, and breaking away from pressure in tight areas.

9+ yrs. 4+ players 10 mins. 6X6 yds. GK: no
Six-Cone Passing Drill MEDIUM

Six-Cone Passing Drill

The six-cone passing drill focuses on passing, awareness, and movement after the pass. This is a great warmup or to focus on passing technique and movement after the pass.

9+ yrs. 5+ players 15 mins. 15X25 yds. GK: no
5 51,635 Chris Johnson
Four-Cone Passing Drill EASY

Four-Cone Passing Drill

This four-cone passing drill focuses on soccer passing technique and movement after the pass. This is a great passing warm-up drill or a good start to a passing session.

9+ yrs. 3 players 10 mins. 12X12 yds. GK: no
5 34,303 Chris Johnson