Objective

The purpose of this soccer passing drill is to focus on players angle of support, the weight of passes and the quality of 1st touch.

Equipment Needed

Disc Cones/Markers Scrimmage Vests Soccer Balls

Setup

  1. Create a grid approximately 12x12 or 10x10 yards depending on the skill level of the players.
  2. Put 2 defensive players inside the grid in one color and the remaining 5 players along the outside of the grid.
  3. Make sure you have a good supply of soccer balls to keep the drill flowing.

Instructions

  1. Instruct the 2 defensive players to stay inside the grid and attempt to break up any passes from the 5 outside players.
  2. Outside players play keep away from the 2 inside players in an attempt to complete 10 consecutive passes.

Coaching Points

The coach should focus on:

  • Angle of support
  • Angle of passes
  • Weight of passes
  • Quality of 1st touch
  • Playing on toes
  • Early support
  • Good communication

Variations

  • Limit the outside players touch to 2-touches.