Jam-Packed Soccer Dribbling Drill
The Jam-Packed Soccer Dribbling Drill will give players confidence while dribbling through congested areas on the soccer field.
Jam-Packed Soccer Dribbling Drill FUN
The Jam-Packed Soccer Dribbling Drill will give players confidence while dribbling through congested areas on the soccer field.
Drill Setup
- Create a circle with disc cones that is approximately 20 yards in circumference.
- Make sure each player has a ball.
- Instruct the players to spread out around the outside of the circle.
Drill Instructions
- Have the players begin the soccer drill by dribbling around the outside of the circle all in the same direction.
- The coach should inform the players to listen for specific queues and perform those actions once the coach shouts the command.
- These commands are:
- JOG - players should dribble at a comfortable speed
- FULL SPEED - players should dribble at their top speed
- CUT - players should cut the ball in the other direction and travel in the other direction around the circle
- CROSS - all players should cut across the grid avoiding contact with other players or other players balls.
Drill Variations
- Think of other commands to add to the drill.
Drill Coaching Points
- Since all players are entering the center area at the same time, make sure players are looking ahead of them with their head up.
- Remind players to keep the ball close when entering the traffic area.
- Have players start playing with their arms up and out for balance and shielding.
- Instruct players to dribble with both feet and all parts of the foot.
- This drill is intended to be both helpful and fun, so make sure to HAVE FUN!
Equipment
Drill Ages
- 4 - U4, Under 4, 4 and Under
- 5 - U5, Under 5, 5 and Under
- 6 - U6, Under 6, 6 and Under
- 7 - U7, Under 7, 7 and Under
- 8 - U8, Under 8, 8 and Under
- 9 - U9, Under 9, 9 and Under
- 10 - U10, Under 10, 10 and Under
- 11 - U11, Under 11, 11 and Under
- 12 - U12, Under 12, 12 and Under
- 13 - U13, Under 13, 13 and Under
- 14 - U14, Under 14, 14 and Under
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