Under 9 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U9, Under 9, 9 and Under age group.

Under 9 Soccer Drills Games and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 9 and under emphasize skill development and game awareness through fun and engaging activities. This page offers drills designed to improve ball control, passing accuracy, and teamwork in a supportive learning environment.

Age-Specific Drills

1v1 to Goal MEDIUM

1v1 to Goal

The 1v1 Soccer Drill to Goal is a great soccer drill to improve goal scoring opportunities. This drill focuses on beating the last defender, staying in control of the ball and finishing with a good shot on goal.

9+ yrs. 4+ players 20 mins. 25X30 yds. GK: yes
4.16 177,619 Chris Johnson
Trapping with Passive Opposition MEDIUM

Trapping with Passive Opposition

This soccer trapping drill focus on trapping and control with the addition of a passive defender. The defender causes the receiving player to be more aware of their surroundings.

8+ yrs. 3+ players 15 mins. 20X20 yds. GK: no
4.15 135,951 Chris Johnson
Dribbling to Beat a Defender EASY

Dribbling to Beat a Defender

The Dribbling to Beat a Defender soccer dribbling drill is wonderful when teaching young players when and where to dribble, and how to beat the defenders on the dribble. This dribbling drill is best for U8-U12 Soccer Players. The emphasis is on allowing the dribbling player to unbalance the defender while approaching unchallenged.

4-12 yrs. 3+ players 10 mins. 10X20 yds. GK: no
4.14 112,447 Chris Johnson