Passing and Reaction 4Organisation
Cones are used to mark players's positions. Three players are
identified with different colors in the middle. Players in
positions A and B are the servers and they stay in postition. Two
players (C+C) in the same color as the servers are placed between
the cones as shown.Players change positions and roles periodically.
The distances of the cones have to be adequate to the given
age-group.
Set Up
One of the server players (A) makes a one-two pass with all
players. On the other side Player B and both Players C perform one
touch passes in a triangle. When Player A performs a long pass
between the middle players to the other sided server (B) and calls
a color while the ball is moving to the other side.
Players inside turn and move towards the other sided server.
After the long pass Player B plays the ball to Player C who
dribbles to the other side and makes a wall pass with his partner
(other C) to play our the player running towards them.
The command of Player A determines which inside player gets the
ball from the server (B) at first. Then server (B) has to play all
the other inside players. The two player C's perform one touch
passes with Player A until Player B passes the ball back to player
A and calls a color. Inside players turn into the direction of
player A and move towards the server. Progression is the same.
Coaching Points
Heads up from the ball
Vision - Open body position to be able to monitor the other
side
Univocal commands by the servers
Orientation while ball is moving
Awareness
Quality of passes
Quick feet movements
Take care of extra balls
Set Up
Number of players: 7
Time: 10 - 20 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 8 Complex Soccer Passing Drill 2
Organisation
This exercise can be played with different numbers of players
from 12 to 20. An adequate sized circle is marked to draw the
playing field for the outside players as shown. The number of
inside players is approximately 20% of all of the players. In this
case 4 inside players are placed into the middle of the circle,
each of them with a ball.
Players change their positions and roles continuously.
Description
In this passing progression there are three different
variations.
Players have to keep their concentration high all along the
exercise. Changes and roles are determined in every variation.
Set Up
Exercise 1: A wall pass (5-6) against a passive defender is
performed after a quick combination.
Exercise 2: A wall pass is performed (4-5) against a passive
defender after playing the ball (3) width.
Exercise 3: Lateral change of positions while playing with deep
passes.
Coaching Points
Heads up from the ball before passing is vital
Clear and accurate demonstration of the combinations
Orientation and decision making
Verbal and non-verbal communication
Keep the ball on the ground
Use both feet to pass and receive the ball
Creating correct supporting angles
Weight and angles of passes are vital
Stop the exercise and correct mistakes when needed
Do not stop the ball, keep the ball moving
Transverse Passing and Combinations - Filling Up Empty
SpaceOrganisation
Three players are involved in this soccer passing drill. Each
group of three works to one direction and after reaching the end of
the playing area they turn and perform the exercise to the other
direction.
Description
Players execute the following combinations with a periodic and
controlled rotation as shown. The key point of this session is that
the players pass the ball inside to the empty space in front of the
running player. After receiving the ball he goes out from the space
immediately. An improved level of concentration and well timed
cooperation are needed from the players to perform these
combinations.
Set Up
Exercise
Coaching Points
Heads up from the ball before passing is vital
Clear and accurate demonstration of the combinations
Timing and correct pace of passes, runs and supporting
movements
Receiving with a moderate intensity run
Do not force the speed of the execution
The supporting movements must be harmonized with the position of
the ball
Read the body language of the team-mates
Verbal and non-verbal communication
Restart the soccer passing drill calmly when ball is out
Pass - Turn - Receive - MoveOrganisation
Players work in a group of four. Four cones are placed to mark
the positions and one pole is placed in the middle as shown. Three
players outside change positions continuously and the one in the
middle is replaced periodically. Outside players have to move to
the empty space after the passing.
The soccer drill is played with two balls.
Description
The objective of this exercise is to play the ball diagonally
with receiving the ball or with a one-two pass by opening the deep
passing channel. One of the outside players' (C) begins this
session with a pass to the middle. Player in the middle receives or
knocks the ball in angle to create a turning or deep passing
opportunity and the ball could be played to the other side.
Set Up
Variation 1: Player D receives the first pass (1) from Player A
with a determined technique, turns off (2) the pole and delivers a
sharp pass (3) to the other sided Player A. After his pass (1)
Player C runs to the empty space (2). After the pass (3) to Player
A, Player D approaches to Player B who makes a pass (4) inside.
Player D turns again (5) and passes (6) to the other direction to
Player A.
Variation 2: Players change side with a one-two pass by opening
the deep passing channel.
Coaching Points
Heads up from the ball
Keep moving all the exercise
Creating correct passing angles
Receiving with different techniques
Raise the intensity gradually and find the correct rhythm
Use both feet to pass and receive the ball
Keep the ball on the ground
Perform the soccer exercise and all variations to both
directionspassing
Take care of extra balls
Set Up
Number of players: 4
Time: 10 - 15 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 4
Sticks: 1
Passing and Reaction 3Organisation
Cones are used to mark players's positions. Three players are
identified with different colors in the middle. Players in
positions A and B are the servers. Players change positions and
roles. The distances of the cones have to be adequate to the given
age-group.
Description
One of the server players (A) makes a one-two pass with all
players in the middle and performs a long pass between them to the
other sided server (B) and calls a color while the ball is moving
to the other side. Players inside turn and move towards the other
sided server. This command determines which inside player the
server (B) has to pass the ball to first. Then server (B) has to
play all the other inside players. Finally he passes the ball back
to player A and calls a color. Inside players turn into the
direction of player A and move towards the server. Progression is
the same.
Set up
Pass on the ground
Pass on the ground
Lofted pass is performed and server has to try to pass it to the
called inside player by the first touch.
Inside players change their positions across as shown.
Lofted pass is performed and server has to try to pass it to the
called inside player by the first touch.
Coaching Points
Heads up from the ball
Use both feet to pass the ball
Univocal commands by the servers
Quick feet movements
Awareness
Orientation while ball is moving
Quality of passes
Take care of extra balls
Set Up
Number of players: 5
Time: 10 - 20 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 8
Vests: 3
Balls: 1
Creating Different Passing AnglesOrganisation
Cones are arranged as shown. Players work with one ball and they
change position continuously.
Description
This soccer drill is executed by one-touch combinations.
Technique of inside pass with locked ankle is basic requirement of
this drill. Players need to pay attention to the pace of passes and
quick feet movements. After a sharp pass players need to lay the
ball softer to continue one touch passes.
Soccer Passing Drill Set Up
Variation 1
Variation 2
Coaching Points
Accuracy and weight of passes are vital
Timing and correct angles of passes and movements
Quick feet to react to close passes
Use both feet to perform passes
Lock the ankle
Fast quick feet movements without the ball
Keep the ball on the ground
Heads up from the ball
Take care of extra balls
Set Up
Number of players: 5
Time: 10 - 15 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 6
Balls: 1 Wall Passing and Rolling with Ball 2Organisation
Create a 15x15 meters square with cones and a smaller one with
sticks as shown. Besides place 4 sticks in the middle of the area.
Starting position is 'A', so put more players there. One player
should stand at the other cones and between the 4 sticks in the
middle without the ball. Players change their positions
continuously. Progression should be performed to both
directions.
Soccer Passing Drill Set Up
The soccer passing drill starts by player 'A' makes a wall pass
(1-2) with the approaching 'C' then performs a sharp pass (3) to
'B'. Meanwhile 'C' passes round the stick and moves toward 'B'. 'B'
lays the ball back in angle (4) and turns around his cone to get
the ball back (5) from 'A'. 'C' steps for the ball in the right
rhythm because he must receive 'B's ball (6) in front of the stick
to spin (7) to the other direction. After rolling with the ball 'C'
towards it (8) to 'D' and performs a one-two (9-10) with him. 'D'
plays the ball (11) to 'E' who lays the ball back in angle (12) and
turns around his cone to get the ball back (13) from 'D'. During
these combinations 'B' take his position in the middle of the area
then moves toward 'E' to ask for the ball.
'E' passes the ball (14) to 'B' and jogs to the starting
position. 'B' receives it in front of the stick to spin (15) to the
other direction. After rolling with the ball 'B' towards it (16) to
'F' and the soccer passing drill continues the same way.
Coaching Points
Use different techniques to receive the ball: inside of the
foot, outside of the foot behind the heel, etc.
Timing and correct angles of passes and runs
Cooperation between players
Accuracy and weight of passes are vital
Movements must be harmonized to the position of the ball
Heads up before passing
Use both feet to pass
Keep the ball on the ground
Restart the soccer drill calmly after a mistake
Take care of extra balls
Set Up
Number of players: 6 - 7
Time: 10 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 4
Balls: 1
Sticks: 8
Foundation of Fluid Playing Style 4Organisation
This soccer passing drill is performed with one ball.
Players change their positions continuously in alphabetical
order.
Description
Players perform different combinations. This soccer passing
exercise contains two variations. The emphasis is laid on receiving
skills in different environment. The player in the middle receives
the ball by stepping out from the sticks.
Set Up
Variation 1: Player B plays (9) the ball to space to Player
C.
Variation 1:
Variation 2: Player C receives the ball and steps out from
between the sticks. The direction of his receiving can be varied in
different angles.
Coaching Points
Accuracy and weight of passes are vital
Receiving the balls in correct angle and lenght
Players should use both feet to pass the ball
Heads up from the ball before passing and receiving
Harmonization of passes and movements
Keep the ball on the ground
Change pace with and without the ball
Awareness
Stop the passing exercise and correct mistakes when needed
When ball is out restart the play calmly
Set Up
Number of players: 7 - 9
Time: 10 - 25 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 6
Sticks: 10
Wallpassing RoundOrganisation
Sticks or mannequins are used to create passing channels and
make the soccer passing drill match-like. Players change their
positions continuously in alphabetical order by following their
passes. The soccer drill must be performed to both directions.
Distances of the positions and sticks-mannequins must be
adequate to the age-group. Technical and tactical skills must be
also considered when you size the soccer passing exercise.
Description
In this soccer passing drill the emphasis on the cooperation in
wallpassing situations. How to pass and move to perform the one-two
pass correctly. Supporting movements without ball is very
important.
Two variations can be seen.
Set Up
Variation 1: Wall passes are performed between the sticks and a
long pass in space (16) to Player E.
Variation 2: Wall passes are performed between the sticks as
shown. After the wall pass has been performed between Player C and
D (12-13-14) Player D dribbles and makes a long pass (16) to space
to the two stick. Player E accelerates and wallpasses (17-18) with
the approaching Player B between the sticks. In position A the next
player must restart the soccer passing drill in the correct time so
that the Player could be able to turn after the 18th pass to come
and make the wall passes with the following Player B in the
middle.
Coaching Points
Accuracy of passing is imperative
Help players' orientation with communication in the early
stage
Players should use both feet to pass the ball
Correct timing and angles of supporting movements without the
ball
Forward thinking
Changing pace with and without the ball
Heads up from the ball before passing
Try to find the best harmony and rhythm of the cooperation
Stop the exercise and correct mistakes when needed
When ball is out restart the play calmly
Set Up
Number of players: 6 - 8
Time: 10 - 20 min
Equipment
Balls: 5
Sticks: 11 - 13
Foundation of Fluid Playing Style 3Organisation
8 players are involved in this soccer passing drill. Cones are
used to mark the players' positions and sticks or mannequins are
played to draw passing channels. Sticks or mannequins can be placed
in a various way. Distances must be considered and created
according to the age-group and the players' techniqual skills.
Players change their positions continuously following their
passes.
Description
This soccer passing drill contains two variations.
Variation 1:
Long penetrating passes and runs are prepared with two wall
passes.
Variation 2:
Short passes and wall passes are prepared with a wall pass and a
step in with ball.
Set Up
Variation 1
Variation 2
Coaching Points
Accuracy and weight of passes are vital
Help players' orientation with communication in the early
stage
Players should use both feet to pass the ball
Correct timing and angles of supporting movements without the
ball
Harmonization of passes and movements
Heads up from the ball while passing and creating passing
channels
Keep the ball on the ground
Try to find the best harmony and rhythm of the cooperation
Stop the exercise and correct mistakes when needed
Set Up
Number of players: 7 - 8
Time: 10 - 20 min
Equipment
Small Cones: 8
Sticks: 15
Mannequins: 15 Continuous Combinations and Supporting
CooperationsOrganisation
Players and equipment are arranged as shown. Distances of the
players' position and the mannequins must be counted and planned
according to the age-group and players technical skills. Sticks or
mannequins are placed to draw the passing channels and stimulate
the defenders' positions. Players change their positions
continuously. This soccer passing drill is performed with one ball.
Changes are the followings: A to B, B to C, C to other sided A.
Description
This soccer passing exercise requires a good quaility of passing
technique and the high level of cognitive abilities. The
combinations of this soccer drill can be performed by raising the
intensity gradually.
Set Up
This variation focuses on innervating the movements in deep
after performing a wide pass (4). After the deep run the player has
to support and create 2v1 situatins with the player with ball, by
performing a wall pass (7-8).
In this variation players practise the same but they perform one
more combinations after the deep run.
Coaching Points
Raise the intesity gradually
Help players' orientation with communication in the early
stage
Communications and awareness
Keep the ball on the ground
Correct body position and orientation
Heads up from the ball while passing and creating passing
channels
Use both feet and all surface to pass the ball
Try to find the best harmony and rhythm of the cooperation
Set Up
Number of players: 5 - 6
Time: 15 - 25 min
Intensity: 50-90 %
Equipment
Small Cones: 3 - 4
Sticks: 9
Foundation of Fluid Playing Style 2Organisation
Equipment and players are arranged as shown. Players change
their positions continuously after their passes and take the place
of the player who they have passed to. Perform the soccer passing
exercise to both directions.
Description
This soccer passing drill offers several variations of
combinations to innervate the continuous movements and changes of
players. After performing the variations encourage players to play
the free chosen combinations as they want.
Set Up
Foundation of Fluid Playing Style 1: This progression focuses on
harmonization of receiving the ball and opening the deep passing
channels by the receiving and dribbling.
Progression begins from P1. P3 approaches to ask for the ball
and turns out performing a deep run into space. Players ask the
ball approaching from P2 and P5 lays the ball back to P1 and P4 so
they are able to pass it into deep in an open passing channel
between the sticks or mannequins. When P1 and P4 are not able to
pass the ball directly after the lay back, they have to receive or
dribble the ball to search the open passing channel and pass the
ball with the best pace to front of P3 or P6.
In P3 and P6 positions the movements are the same. These players
have to try to find the best rhythm of run to receive the ball in
an open passing channel. P1 and P2 - P4 and P5 cooperate in the
same way as well but the lay back of the ball is performed behind
the movements of the approaching players as shown. P2 and P5 come
closer to ask for the first deep pass (2, 8) and run towards to
open the passing channels.
P3 and P6 approach, ask for the ball and prepare their
overlapping movements with a combination with P1 and P4. After that
the soccer passing exercise continues in the same way with the
combination of the former variation.
Preparing and deep passing after a lay down of the incoming
players.
Coaching Points
Cooperation between players, performing correct supporting
movements without the ball
Heads up from the ball
Players should use both feet to pass and dribble
Raise the intensity gradually
Open passing channels
Forward thinking is essential
Read the body language of the team-mates
Verbal and non-verbal communication
Vary the combination play between the sticks or mannequins
Stop the soccer passing exercise and correct mistakes when
needed
Set Up
Number of players: 7 - 9
Time: 10 - 20 min
Intensity: 50-80 %
Equipment
Small Cones: 8
Balls: 1
Sticks: 4