These drills help kids improve their first touch, passing accuracy, and ability to keep possession as a team. Each one includes a video so you can see it in action.
1. 4 Corners off ball movement
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Coaching Focus:
- Focus on the player that is not passing or receiving ball
- Always be sliding
- Can play with or without defender in center
2. First Touch Direction Drill
Helps players learn to take a controlling touch into space.
Coaching Focus:
- Open up the body
- Take the touch away from pressure
- Prepare for the next move
3. 4 Cone Passing Grid
Great for repetition and building rhythm in passing and control.
Coaching Focus:
- Pass with the inside of the foot
- Keep head up
- Play quickly but under control
4. 3v1 or 4v1 Rondos
Builds ball control under pressure while teaching spacing and awareness.
Coaching Focus:
- Play with one or two touches
- Keep the ball moving
- Stay spread out
5. Pass & Move Triangle Drill
Encourages continuous movement and passing in different directions.
Coaching Focus:
- Pass and immediately move to next spot
- Use both feet
- Work on clean first touches
🧠Coaching Tips for Ball Control
- Encourage players to take their first touch into space
- Use both feet in every drill
- Make everything game-speed: fast decisions, clean touches
- Rondos are gold — rotate who’s in the middle often