Focus: Passing Drill
Number of Players: 8+
Age: +U8
Level: Easy
Setup:
- Arrange 6 cones in a hexagon shape, resembling two mirrored triangles.
- Maintain a distance of approximately 5-7 meters between the cones.
- Adjust the distance between players based on their age and skill level.
Why Use This Drill?
This passing drill takes inspiration from Schalke 04 and offers a straightforward setup with various passing combinations. It’s designed to enhance players’ skills such as first touch, movement, and first-time passing. Easy to implement, it provides a versatile training experience.
How It Works
Two balls initiate simultaneously from opposite ends of the hexagon, each moving in the opposite direction. Players are encouraged to utilize a maximum of two touches, incorporating a first touch and a subsequent pass.
Ensure the play direction alternates, promoting the engagement of both feet.
1. Variation
Players execute passes around the hexagon with a directional first touch, allowing for turns with the ball, followed by a strong pass.
2. Variation
Players employ one-two passing combinations, emphasizing first-time passing on each occasion.
3. Variation
Players execute passes within the hexagon, sending diagonal balls through the central square of cones. A directional first touch and robust passing are emphasized in this variation.
Other Key Points:
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Encourage players to stay on their toes, maintaining a state of readiness to receive the ball and make plays.
- Important to change the direction of the ball, so both feet come into play.
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Call out your teammate’s name when passing for better teamwork.
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The drill should be seen as inspiration. So feel free to adapt the drill to suit your team’s specific needs or focus areas.
