Written by Dave Clarke
Beat Opponents With A Dribble
Players develop dribbling skills and ball control, looking up to see where they are going and where their teammates are on the pitch. This helps with movement and passing to keep possession
Coaching Objectives
Coaching players in small areas of the pitch gets them using close control and quick decisions whether to dribble or pass which helps your team keep possession and advance up the pitch.
Drill Setup
- 20 Mins
- 8 Players
- 4 Small Goals
- 4 Bibs
- 18x18 y
What the Players Do
Create a square 18 x 18 yards with pairs of players on each side of the square. Put cones in the middle of the square in a 5 yard area and they dribble through the cones avoiding hitting the cones and…Dribble to Shoot at Goal
Simple ball skills like dribbling are a key way to get individuals to think about the ball and how they interact with it before they play. Enhance dribbling skills and shooting accuracy by navigating through cones before taking a shot at goal.
Coaching Objectives
Improve dribbling technique, agility, and shooting accuracy while under pressure in a dynamic and game-like scenario.
Drill Setup
- 10 Mins
- Squad Players
- 2 Goals
- 4 Bibs
- 15 x 20 y
Technique Tips
- Dribbling: Keep the ball close to the feet using the inside and outside surfaces for quick changes of direction.
- Acceleration: Explode past the last cone with a burst of speed to create shooting opportunities.
- Shooting: Focus on proper technique, including planting the non-shooting foot, striking the ball with the instep, and following through towards the target.
What the Players Do
Set up in front of a goal to one side, spread a few cones out 15 yards from goal. Do it both sides of the goal so you can get more players dribbling and shooting. Place cones in the corners that…Creative Dribbling
Good dribblers are a key factor in any team, winning 1v1s and leaving defenders in their wake as they dribble in dangerous areas of the pitch creating goal chances.
Coaching Objectives
Individual development is key to a successful team. Dribble in areas that make it difficult for defenders to challenge like the penalty area. Dribble to win the 1v1s, dribble at speed central or on the wing to drive the team forward into attacking positions.
Drill Setup
- 20 Mins
- 8 Players
- 4 Goals
- 5 Bibs
- 40 x 40 y
What the Players Do
Split your players into two teams of three plus two floaters who play for the team in possession. Play begins in the central zone and teams attack by dribbling into the larger square then turn and go…Continue Reading For Free
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