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Goalkeeper Passing Routine

Enhance goalkeeper passing accuracy and decision-making.

Goalkeeping15-16U1811-1213-14Adultgroup2 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.2 (32)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Soccer balls
  • Cones
Setup
  1. Area: 20x15 yard area marked with cones
  2. Group: 2 blue servers, one positioned at each corner diagonally opposite the goalkeeper's side, each holding a ball
  3. Team Red GK: 1 yellow goalkeeper positioned halfway along the side of the area opposite the two servers
  4. Equipment: 4 cones marking the corners of the 20x15 area, soccer balls held by each server
Instructions
  1. Servers alternate passes to the goalkeeper.
  2. The goalkeeper takes two touches to control and return the pass to the initiating server.
  3. Repeat the sequence with the other server.
Coaching Points
  • Use correct passing technique.
  • Communicate effectively with servers.
  • Make quick decisions.
  • Deliver accurate passes with proper weight and timing.
  • Approach the ball at a slight angle for better control.
  • Use a good first touch to receive the ball.
  • Ensure quick transition from receiving to distributing.
  • Maintain accurate and correct technique selection.
  • Employ effective footwork for optimal positioning.
  • Relax touch to move the ball smoothly across the body.
  • Focus on technique precision.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the time allowed for the goalkeeper to return the pass.
2. Increase the distance between the goalkeeper and servers.
3. Introduce a third server to increase complexity.
Make it easier:
1. Allow additional touches before passing back.
2. Decrease the distance between goalkeeper and servers.
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