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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Soccer balls
- Cones or markers for distance setup
Setup
- Area: Two lines of cones set 20-40 yards apart marking the passing distance
- Group: 2 red outfield players, one standing on each cone line facing their partner
- Equipment: Cones marking each of the two lines 20-40 yards apart, 1 soccer ball per pair
Instructions
- Player 1 passes the ball aerially to Player 2 across the distance.
- Player 2 controls the ball using a cushioned touch and lays it off to Player 1 using a pass.
- Player 1 then controls and prepares to pass back to Player 2, continuing the sequence.
- Focus on communication and keeping your head up between touches.
Coaching Points
- Relax on the touch
- Use the appropriate body surface to control the ball
- Communicate effectively with your partner
- Keep your head up to maintain awareness
- Execute a quality pass with accurate weight and timing
- Refine technical ability for receiving and passing mid-air
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the passing distance.
2. Use only one touch to control and pass.
Make it easier:
1. Decrease the passing distance.
2. Allow two touches for control and pass.
3. Use a smaller area for better control.
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