Written by Dave Clarke
Build Up to Shoot
Positioning by two strikers in the build up to the goal is all about reacting to each others movement
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Coaching Objectives
In match situations the midfielder/central defender passing into the strikers would pass to the one nearest goal and the other strikers would move to support.
Drill Setup
- 10 Mins
- Squad Players
- 1 Goals
- 15 x 30 y
Technique Tips
- Quick Decision-Making: Encourage players to make quick decisions in the build-up, simulating match scenarios.
- Effective Communication: Emphasize clear communication between players to facilitate fluid passing sequences.
- Timing of Runs: Guide forwards on the timing of their runs to exploit defensive gaps effectively.
What the Players Do
In the main area place four cones in the middle to make a second but smaller square. Players stand on the cones on one side and at the top cone opposite the goal. The player on the cone opposite…Build Up To Score 2v2 To Goal
Build up play to goal is an important part of attacking play. In this drill the build up play ends with a first time shot at goal to help players shoot.
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Coaching Objectives
Develop players' awareness, decision-making, and shooting technique to capitalize on goal-scoring opportunities created through build-up play. This drill covers dribbling, passing, setting up play with a good pass and a first time shot.
Drill Setup
- 20 Mins
- 8 Players
- 1 Goals
- 2 Bibs
- Half Pitch y
Technique Tips
- First Touch: Focus on controlling the ball into a position conducive to an immediate shot.
- Shooting Technique: Emphasize proper technique, including balance, foot placement, and follow-through.
- Awareness: Encourage players to scan the field for passing options and shooting opportunities before receiving the ball.
What the Players Do
Four attackers wait at the cones near the halfway and go in pairs. The first pair of attackers dribble through the poles and as the players get to the end of the poles the server passes to one of the…Shoot First Touch
This is a fast rondo game that needs good speed of pass and movement but come match day you will see a difference in how many shots your players have at goal
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Coaching Objectives
Shooting when the opportunity arises to stop players taking too many touches before they shoot.
Drill Setup
- 25 Mins
- 10 Players
- 2 Goals
- 5 Bibs
- 15x15 y