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Equipment, Setup & Instructions

Equipment

Setup

Area: 20x25 yard area marked with cones
Team Red: 1 red outfield player starts in the central area, plus 1 additional red target player positioned on the end line at one end of the area
Team Blue: 1 blue outfield player starts in the central area, plus 1 additional blue target player positioned on the end line at the opposite end of the area
Equipment: Cones marking the four corners of the 20x25 yard area, 1 soccer ball starting with the red team in the central area

Instructions

Teams aim to pass the ball to the target player at the opposite end to score.
After scoring, the opposing team retrieves the ball and attacks toward their target.
Encourage quick ball movement and proactive support play.
Rotate target players periodically to keep engagement high.

Coaching Points

Encourage effective communication.
Create and maintain passing triangles.
Focus on a solid first touch and keeping your head up.
Keep the ball moving and utilize space.
Select appropriate passes using correct technique.
Pass forward when possible and adjust first touch to open space.
Demonstrate good movement to be available for passes.
Use the furthest foot when receiving to maximize space.
Understand passing angles and support distances based on diamonds and triangles.
Maintain awareness of passing options and body orientation.

Variations

Make it harder:

1. Reduce playing area size to increase pressure on players.

2. Limit the number of touches for the attacking team.

3. Add a neutral player to create an overload for defending.

Make it easier:

1. Increase playing area size to allow more space and time.

2. Allow multiple players to act as target players to increase scoring opportunities.

Target Passing Duel

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