Bad Pass = in the middle

3+ touch = in the middle

Bad trap = in the middle

Develop correct passing form with hips open and facing the way you face. Checking to the passer.  Pass to the open cone. Move to the open cone. Switch directions.Trap with Left Pass with RightQuick Pace

Organization:

1. 20x20 grid, seperated into two halves

2. 8 players (two groups of 4)

3. One ball with additional on outside

Instructions:

1. 4v2 in the first grid

2. Defenders try to gain possession and pass to a teammate in the other grid.

3. If successful, the 2 defenders join their team in the new grid.

4. The person who caused the turnover along with one other teammate joins the new grid as defenders. 5. Play 4v2 and repeat this pattern.

Coaching Points:

1. Early support - start supporting before the ball is received.

2. Angle of support

3. Movement off the ball

4. Support both sides of the attacker with the ball.

5. Positive touch in space

6. Use deception

Progressions:

1. Limit the number of touches

Teams of 3v3 (4v4 or 5v5) play keep away. The first team to 30 (can pick any number) wins passes are non consecutive. Can limit touches and alter size of field.

Duration: 24 Minutes

Organization:

30 x 25 yard box.

Teams play 3 v 3 inside the box with no goalkeepers.

Sit back and watch them play...NO COACHING!

Let the kids play and learn to love the game. 4 x 5 minute games with one minute water breaks in between games