U13, U14, U15 and U16 Soccer Drills

Browse Soccer Drills for Under 13, Under 14, Under 15, and U16 Soccer Coaches.

Under 13 Under 14 Under 15 and Under 16 Soccer Drills U13 U14 U15 U16 Soccer Drills U-13 U-14 U-15 U-16 Soccer Practices

When coaching Under 13, Under 14, Under 15, Under 16, and High School level players, expect them to be able to perform a range of skills. Popularity and self-esteem coupled with early or late stages of puberty sometimes produce an "all-knowing" attitude. Because of these self-critical thoughts and physical changes, it's often on the coach to challenge, motivate, and involve players.

Training sessions should be between one and a half hour and two hours. Warm-up is critical at this age as muscle, ligament, and skeletal changes are occurring. Introduce competitive team activities of six to eight people to start focusing on the more extensive set of tactics. Work in these small-sided groups and keep the training sessions competitive, challenging, and everyone involved.

The soccer drills listed below are age specific soccer drills for Under 13 Soccer Drills (U13 U-13 Soccer Drills), Under 14 Soccer Drills (U14 U-14 Soccer Drills), Under 15 Soccer Drills (U15 U-15 Soccer Drills), Under 16 Soccer Drills (U16 U-16 Soccer Drills), Soccer Games and Soccer Training Sessions.

U14-U16 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 43,590 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 11,655 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 5,424 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 51,615 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 34,286 Chris Johnson