Shooting from distance is not always encouraged, so players must learn to identify when the best time is to shoot from distance. It is all about timing and picking the right moment to catch the opposition off guard.

Players should begin to identify space out wide and try to exploit it, switching play and encouraging the ball into the space.

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Written by Dave Clarke

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Encourage switches of play, using space and shots from distance

Coaching Objectives

By using short but wide pitches, players are encouraged to shoot from distance utilise the space out wide.

Drill Setup

10 Mins
10 Players
2 Goals
4 Bibs
30x20 y

What the Players Do

Set up by using an area 30x20 yards with a goal at each end. You’ll need bibs and balls. Split the players into two teams of 5, including a goalkeeper each. Play a regular…

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