Written by Dave Clarke
Pass, dribble, move
This is a great game for passing dribbling in combination style movement to coach small groups of players in passing and receiving and dribbling the ball. Used in areas like the penalty area with quick play.
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Coaching Objectives
We want to see quick and accurate combination play passing the ball with good movement to follow the pass. Use different passes, fast ones to the receiving foot or pass to the players other foot to see how they can receive the ball and turn and move away. Anticipation and awareness are also key.
Drill Setup
- 10 Mins
- 5 Players
- 30x10 y
What the Players Do
Start with two players at the end the ball is played from with one player at the other end and two in the middle. The first ball is played with a 10 yard up to the attacking midfielder and then…Ball Carrying Defenders
Defenders can be the best tool to start attacks, dribbling the ball into midfield and pushing play forwards, creating an extra attacker in your team
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Coaching Objectives
Defenders need to have the confidence to join in when the team attacks. If they can dribble confidently up the pitch, then the team can take advantage of overloads in midfield.
Drill Setup
- 15 Mins
- 10 Players
- 5 Bibs
- 60x30 y
Technique Tips
- Dribbling Control: Use the inside and outside of the foot to maintain close control while dribbling through the gate.
- Head Up: Players should frequently look up while dribbling to scan the field and identify open gates or passing opportunities.
- Movement and Positioning: Players in the central zone should create space by moving into open areas, enabling effective overloads.
What the Players Do
Set up by using an area of 15 x 15 yards split into 3 sections with cones creating two 5-yard gates on each side for players to pass through. You’ll need bibs and balls. Split…Overlapping Wingbacks
Enhance players' understanding of overlapping runs by wingbacks to create attacking opportunities and maintain defensive stability.
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Coaching Objectives
Fullbacks are becoming an ever more important component of attacks. Coach your fullbacks when to join attacks and how best to do so, improving their delivery into the box. Add even more fire power to your squad!
Develop players' ability to execute overlapping runs effectively, promoting offensive creativity and defensive balance.
Drill Setup
- 25 Mins
- 14 Players
- 1 Goals
- 6 Bibs
- Full Pitch y
Technique Tips
- Wingbacks should time their runs to support the attack while maintaining defensive awareness.
- Emphasize proper positioning and body shape to receive the ball on the move.