Try to move the ball quickly, using a maximum of one or two touches. Try to get players to use one touch passing and only to depend on a second touch when they have to control a poor pass. When we make the pass between the lines to the attackers it should be a firm pass.

Pay attention to the passes and the speed which the ball circulates at. Never lose control over the speed of the ball, speed up or slow down the ball’s speed. Timing of the pass is key to how the player receives the ball whether a through ball for the player to run on to.

Turn your players into competent passers of the ball

Purposeful Passing

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Written by Dave Clarke

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Being able to read the game and know what to do when you receive the ball requires players to look up when controlling the ball. Use this drill to turn your players into purposeful passers

Coaching Objectives

For players to pass effectively and move the ball quickly, they need to have good control of the ball and be aware of what is going on around them.

Drill Setup

15 Mins
8 Players
4 Bibs
20x20 y

What the Players Do

For this drill you need to use an area of 20x20 yards with four cones in the centre, 8 players, bibs and balls. Play for 15 minutes. partner inside next to a cone, who controls the ball and returns…

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