Written by Dave Clarke
Three Player Passing Technique
Helps players to pass the ball using one and two-touch play which is the foundation of a good passing game developing individual as well as group skills
Coaching Objectives
Players must use their brains to make good passes so their team mates can make a one touch pass to the next player. This is a big development game for technical skills, ball control and passing/receiving.
Drill Setup
- 10 Mins
- 3+ Players
- 12 x 8 y
Execution Steps
The three players (here marked A,B and C) make combination passes to keep the ball moving using long and short passes. A passes to B who half turns and passes into the run of player A. A now passes to C who passes long to player B who has moved from the central cone to the top cone. A takes C's place, C goes to B and B goes to A. The game continues in this way getting faster.
Challenge Levels
- Players work all in – can use any number of touches to control ball.
- Players work two touch.
- Players work one touch.
Technique Tips
Quick Decision-Making:
- Encourage youth players to make rapid decisions on the ball. Emphasize the importance of scanning the field and choosing the best passing option within one or two touches.
Quality First Touch:
- Stress the significance of a controlled and purposeful first touch. A well-executed first touch sets the stage for accurate and efficient passing. Practice receiving the ball with the proper surface for a quick follow-up pass.
Body Positioning:
- Teach players to position their bodies appropriately before receiving the ball. Open up their body to the field, allowing for better vision and facilitating quicker passing options.
Movement Off the Ball:
- Emphasize the importance of off-the-ball movement. Encourage players to create passing lanes by positioning themselves intelligently, making it easier for teammates to execute one or two-touch passes.
Precision Over Power:
- Instill the concept that accuracy is paramount in one and two-touch passing. Players should focus on delivering precise passes to teammates rather than attempting overly forceful passes, promoting effective ball circulation.
What the Players Do
The three players (here marked A,B and C) make combination passes to keep the ball moving using long and short passes. A passes to B who half turns and passes into the run of player A (this is the…Front Three Attack
By pushing attackers into the box in attacking situations the cross will have more chance of finding one of them and create more goals for your team
Coaching Objectives
Early crosses into the penalty area need the strikers to be alert and moving before the ball is kicked. Three attackers in the box cover front post, far post and central areas around the penalty spot. Wingers need to be crossing from different places early to catch out retreating defences.
Drill Setup
- 30 Mins
- 10 Players
- 1 Goals
- 3 Bibs
- Half Pitch y
Technique Tips
- Wingers should focus on delivering accurate, well-timed crosses.
- Attackers must time their runs to avoid arriving too early.
- Defenders need to communicate and shift as a unit to cover spaces.
What the Players Do
Set up with a server at the edge of the center circle, wingers wide on both flanks, and three attackers in the central area outside the box. Three defenders position themselves…Play With Three Attackers
Making use of three attackers is what teams like Liverpool in the Premier League do every week and are usually successful. You can get your attackers supporting each other in a three pronged attack and when they do so watch the net bulge!
Coaching Objectives
This is all about losing your marker in an attacking trio who link up against two defenders. Support play, movement, good passing and turning skills are all part of your coaching objectives as is using the overload to take advantage and score a goal.
Drill Setup
- 25 Mins
- 8 Players
- 1 Goals
- 2 Bibs
- 35x25 y
What the Players Do
Create a playing area 35 x 25 yards with a goal at one end. Place two cones about half way from the goal and about 4 yards in from the touchlines. On the cones you need an attacker…Continue Reading For Free
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