Set-up: In a 10×10 yard area. Create two 2 yard gates, as pictured. Two passers, each with a ball, at opposite corners and facing their respective gates with two receivers in the gates.
The Exercise:
- The passers pass to their receivers (red players)
- Receivers dribble the ball to the opposite side of the square and pass the ball to the next corner player.
- The receivers should quickly return to their original position, call for the ball, and repeat exercise.
Focus:
Crisp Passing, Good 1st touch in the direction you want to take the ball, Movement off the ball, Communication.
Progress to:
The Exercise:
- White passes the ball to Red between the gate.
- Red drops the ball back first time and moves to the next gate. Repeat.
- Call for the ball!
Change Roles after 60 to 90 seconds. Change direction of Movement.
If you enjoy this exercise Coach Donahue recommends:
| Possible next Activity: | Match Related Game/Exercise to Goal: |
|---|---|
| 3v1 Knock the Ball off the disc | 3v3 Passing through 4 Goals |
| 3v3 with Handicap | 7v7 Win by One |
