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2v2 Through Ball Challenge

To improve passing accuracy and timing while simulating through balls.

Passing15-1611-1213-14U18AdultSeniorgroup4 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.0 (33)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Balls
  • Cones for boundaries and marked areas
Setup
  1. Area: 20x15 yard channel marked with cones, divided by a halfway line
  2. Team Red: 2 red outfield players start lined up at one end of the channel, each with a ball
  3. Team Blue: 2 blue outfield players start lined up at the opposite end of the channel, each with a ball
  4. Equipment: Cones marking the four corners and boundaries of the area, plus cones marking the halfway line
Instructions
  1. One team starts by passing the ball towards the opposite end.
  2. As the ball crosses the halfway line, the passing team transitions to defense.
  3. Both teams aim to send a through ball for their partner to run onto before it crosses the end line.
  4. The receiving partner must reach the ball no more than 10 yards from the end line.
  5. If the ball exits over the sideline, restart play with a pass or dribble.
  6. Enforce the offside rule for realism and rotate teams every few minutes.
Coaching Points
  • Maintain clear communication.
  • Execute a strong first touch.
  • Keep your head up to observe the play.
  • Move the ball into open space dynamically.
  • Avoid predictable straight-line passes.
  • Focus on pass quality, with timing, accuracy, and disguise.
  • Select the appropriate passing technique.
  • Assess the most effective pass given the situation.
  • Demonstrate proactive movement to receive or support the ball.
  • Create and exploit space.
  • Stay aware of available passing options.
  • Engage in supportive angled runs and maintain optimal distances.
  • Coordinate run timing with the attacker's move.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the size of the playing area to increase passing challenges.
2. Allow only one-touch passes to increase difficulty and speed of play.
Make it easier:
1. Increase playing area size to reduce congestion.
2. Remove or relax the offside rule to simplify movement.
3. Allow unlimited touches to facilitate control and passing.
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