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Aerial Passing and Control

Improve aerial passing and first-touch control.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Balls
  • Cones
Setup
  1. Area: 20x40 yard rectangular area marked with cones
  2. Group: 4 outfield players, 2 stood on each end line of the area
  3. Equipment: cones marking the four corners of the rectangular area, balls provided to the players on one end line
Instructions
  1. A player from one end serves the ball aerially to the opposite side.
  2. The receiving player controls the ball and passes it to their teammate.
  3. The teammate returns the ball to the serving end.
  4. Continuously rotate roles with each pass.
Coaching Points
  • Use cushion or wedge technique for controlling the ball
  • Decide early on the surface to use for control
  • Keep your head up
  • Align your body with the ball's trajectory
  • Ensure pass accuracy and appropriate weight
  • Employ a good first touch
  • Position yourself at a receiving angle
  • Focus on quality ball control
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the distance of the aerial pass to 40 yards.
2. Use one touch to control and pass.
3. Introduce a time limit for ball control and pass.
Make it easier:
1. Decrease the passing distance to 20 yards.
2. Allow two touches before passing.
3. Use a larger ball for easier control.
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