Short Dribble
Purpose This drill teaches players the importance of dribbling and moving the ball into the opposing teams territory. This is a skill that must be mastered for success. Drill Setup In this drill
4 Corner Shooting Drill
Purpose Players work on gaining control of the ball and shooting it accurately into a defended goal. Drill Setup Mark off a field that is approximately 20 yards wide by 25 yards long.
Bring It Home
Purpose Young players learn to secure the ball and dribble it under control to a specified area. Set Up Create a 20 yard wide by 20 yard long grid and then create
Quarter Eagles
Purpose Develops quick hip rotation, explosiveness and balance Setup Start in good athletic position with knees bent and arms out in front of you. Execution Complete a quarter turn to the right by jumping with
Breakaway Drill
Purpose Players learn to keep control of the ball and get a good shot on goal in a breakaway situation. Drill Setup Have players form two lines at midfield or about 20 to
The Big Kick
Purpose Players should learn the proper shooting technique early on so they can build power as they gain experience with the game. Setup You need a couple of nets or goals and
Circle 2 Passing Drill
Purpose Players practice passing and receiving against two defenders. Set Up Players stand around the edge of a circle.Two defenders stand in the middle of the circle. Instructions Players on the edge of the circle
Run and Shoot Drill
Purpose Players practice shooting after a breakaway run. Set Up Mark off a field that is approximately 30 yards wide by 20 to 30 yards long. Put a goal at each end. Instructions Players line
Weak Foot Dribble
Purpose This is an easy but important drill that helps players improve their dribbling with their non-dominant foot. Set Up On half of the soccer field set-up two sets of five cones. The