Drill Specs
Drill Theme:
Ball Movement
Field Position:
Offense, Defense, Midfield
Drill Style:
Warm-Up, Skills
Time Needed:
10 min
Field Location:
Attack Zone
Skill Level:
Basic
Objective
A basic drill that allows for many touches for each player as they pass the ball and work skills through the drill.
Description of Drill-Execution
Set up 5 cones in a star shape. Equal number of players at each cone. Line 1 passes to line 2. Line 2 passes to line 3. Line 3 passes to line 4. Line 4 passes to line 5. Line 5 passes to line 1. Players should follow their pass.
Drill Diagram:
Skills Practiced:
- Ball Movement (Catching and Throwing)
- Catching and throwing on the run
Variations/Progression/Increased difficulty (As your players improve their skills incorporate the following…)
Catch and change hand to pass; Use ground balls instead of passing. Add 2 or 3 defenders in the center of the star to pressure passers.