Theme: Short passing with movement and decision-making – 3v0 then 3v1 down the line only
Area: 10x10 yard box designated by cones (can be smaller for advanced players) Instructions: Initially play 3v0 with the rule: Player in possession may only pass “down the line”, so no passes across the box. This encourages supporting players to make runs in support of the player in possession. Progression: Add a defender, and if the ball doesn’t go down the line or the defender wins possession then the player who made the error goes in the middle. Players on the outside (wearing red above) may ‘cut the corners’, but all passes must be within 1 yard of the lines of the square. Technical Coaching Points: See technical short passing points made previously. Additionally, this drill can also be used to teach players that sometimes when in possession you have to draw the defender toward you before passing it to a teammate. This allows the pass recipient more time when they receive possession.
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