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Passing Through Gates

Enhance passing accuracy and spatial awareness in attack.

Passing11-1213-14Seniorgroup1 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.5 (4)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Markers for 25x25 yard area
  • Five gates of varying sizes
  • Bibs in two different colors
  • Two balls, one per team
Setup
  1. Area: 25x25 yard area marked with markers
  2. Goals: Five gates of varying sizes set up at different angles within the area
  3. Team Red: 1 red outfield player starts inside the area with one ball
  4. Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player starts inside the area with one ball
  5. Equipment: Markers marking the 25x25 yard area, five gates of varying sizes positioned at different angles within the area, bibs in red and blue for the two teams
Instructions
  1. Teams pass and move within the playing area.
  2. Score a goal by passing the ball through a gate to a teammate.
  3. Players can dribble, but must pass through a gate to count.
  4. Encourage creativity in passing, using different techniques and disguises.
  5. Receiving players should find open spaces, avoiding congested areas.
Coaching Points
  • Communicate effectively
  • Use a good first touch
  • Keep your head up
  • Demonstrate dynamic movement
  • Deliver accurate passes with timing and disguise
  • Stay light on your feet
  • Provide quick support
  • Maintain proper body shape
  • Use both feet for passing
  • Make fast, confident passes
  • Address technical shortfalls in passing and control
  • Keep the ball circulating
  • Understand angles and distances for support
  • Look for clear passing pathways
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce gate sizes for increased difficulty.
2. Limit the number of touches per player.
3. Introduce a time limit to pass through gates.
Make it easier:
1. Widen the gates to make scoring easier.
2. Allow unlimited touches per player.
3. Reduce the number of gates, focusing on specific techniques.
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