Ameen Fawaz

Soccer Target Players - Finding the Target Player
The Finding the Target Player drill is designed to encourage midfield and defensive players to look up field to find the Target Player.

Drill Setup
1. Create a large grid approximately 40X40 yards.

2. Adjust the size of the field based on the number of players and their age.

3. Divide the team into two even teams in alternate jerseys.

4. Each team should build a 10X10 grid on their attacking end and place one target player in this grid. (see diagram)

Drill Instructions
1. The two teams play against each by keeping possession from the opposing team.

2. The team in possession should be looking to play a flighted ball into their team's target player who is inside the 10X10 grid.

3. If the target player successfully controls the ball inside the box that team is awarded a point.

4. The player that played into the target player then becomes the target player.

Drill Variations
Create a larger box for the target player and add a defender with the target player (have the defensive player be somewhat passive at first)

Drill Coaching Points
1. Make sure players are getting their heads up quickly to find the target player

2. Make sure players play the target player early.

3. Make sure there is a clear distinction of playing "kickball" and playing early.

4. Make sure it is a purposely placed pass rather than accidental.

Equipment
Disc Cones
Pinnies
Soccer Balls

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Center Midfield Passing Combination Drill
This is a great combination passing drill that will help focus on center mid play and playing diagonal balls in the direction they are facing.

Drill Setup
1. Set up a grid approximately 20X35 yards. The size of the grid can be adjusted based on the age and skill level of the players.

2. Place two central mid players inside the grid.

3. The remaining players will split into two even lines on one end of the grid.

Drill Instructions
1. Player 1 plays a ball into the first central midfielder (CM1) and starts his run down the sideline.

2. CM 1 plays a first time ball into Player 2.

3. Player 2 plays a ball into the 2nd center midfielder (CM2) and starts his run down the sideline towards the cone.

4. CM 2 lays off a ball to Player 1.

5. Player 1 plays a diagonal ball into space (near the cone) for the run of Player 2.

6. Players jog around the outside of the grid back to the starting point.

Drill Variations
When players get to the end, using the same group and ball, reverse the same pattern and return to the starting point.

Drill Coaching Points
1. Focus on timing. This means the weight and accuracy of the pass must be precise, the runs must be timed correctly and players should play in 1-touch.

2. Players must get into the rhythm of the game and passes.

Equipment
Disc Cones
Pinnies

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Triangle Combination Passing Drill

This passing drill focuses on combination play in a small area. You can concentrate on the pace of the pass, angle of the pass, the weight of the pass, timing of the runs before and after the pass, one-two’s, and movement.

Drill Setup
1. Create a triangle about 10 yards a side.

2. Place a player on each cone about 2 yards outside the triangle.

3. You will only need 1 ball per triangle.

4. Create multiple triangles according to the number of players you have. You can also place additional players at the starting position and have them rotate through each cone and return to the back of the line. Just be sure not to have too many players in line where they are waiting too long to play.

Drill Instructions
1. Player 1 passes to player 2 on the outside of the cone.
Player 2 returns to the player 1.

2. Player 2 opens up and receives the pass from 1 on the opposite side of the cone.

3. Player 2 now plays to 3 on the outside of the cone and the play continues around the 3 cones.

Drill Variations
1. Switch the direction of the play to focus on different angles of passing.

Drill Coaching Points
Focus on the following topics:
1. Pace of the pass
2. Angle of the pass
3. Weight of the pass
4. Timing of the runs before and after the pass
5. One-two’s
6. Good fluid movement keeping the body under control

Equipment
Disc Cones

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Three Person Passing Combination

This passing combination drill will help perfect passing and combination play and improving player’s fitness level.

Drill Setup
1. Create a grid approximately 10X20 yards.

2. Two players start on the corner cone opposite each other.

3. One player starts in the center of the grid.

Drill Instructions
1. Player 1 starts the play by passing to the central player (Player 2).

2. Player 1 moves to the cone to his side and receives the ball back from player 2.

3. After returning the ball to player 1, player 2 moves to player 1's original starting position at the cone.

4. Player 1 plays a long ball to Player 3 and moves into the center of the grid to become the new central player.

5. Player 3 plays into Player 1 who returns the ball to player 3 at the cone placed 10 yards away.

6. Player 1 now takes the starting position of Player 3 while Player 3 plays a long ball down to the starting position and Player 3 becomes the central player.

7. The pattern is repeated.

Drill Variations
Switch and go the other direction so that players are used to playing from different angles.

Drill Coaching Points

1. Focus on the quality of passes such as weight, pace, accuracy.

2. A well-timed run facing the passing direction will assure a more accurate pass.

3. The players must communicate with each other to make the drill easier.

4. Players must concentrate on making the correct runs off the ball.

Equipment
Disc Cones

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Soccer Finishing
This finishing soccer drill focuses on collecting a flighted serve, knocking it to a forward, and finishing on goal.

Drill Setup
1. Using half of a soccer pitch, set a portable goal 8 yards out from the penalty area on the right side.

2. Place an 8X8 yard grid on the other side of the penalty area in line with the portable goal.

3. A keeper should be in each of the two goals.

4. Set Server 1 near the center circle.

5. Set Server 2 in one of the corners near the main goal.

6. Each server should have a supply of soccer balls.

7. The remaining players start at the sideline opposite the portable goal.

8. See the diagram for the field layout.

9. Adjust the size based on the age and skill level of the players.

Drill Instructions
1. Server 1 starts by playing a ball into the grid to Player 1.

2. Player 1 times their run, collects the ball and plays into Player 2.

3. Player 2 returns the ball to Player 1 who shoots on the portable side goal.

4. Immediately after Player 2 returns the ball to Player 1, Player 2 peels off and makes a run to the back post of the primary goal.

5. Server 2 plays a ball into Player 2 who has a shot on the primary goal.

6. Player 1 switches roles with Player 2, the shooter joins the line on the sideline.

7. Play quickly so there is no standing or lines.

Drill Variations
Play flighted balls, ground balls, and bouncing balls from each of the servers.

Drill Coaching Points
1. Quality first touches when receiving balls from the server.

2. Get the shot on the frame.

3. Focus on finishing.

Equipment
Soccer Balls
Full Size Goal
BowNet Goal

Learn How to Juggle a Soccer Ball

To learn how to juggle a soccer ball there is one important tip; practice juggling. The more touches juggling, the better you will become.

How to Juggle a Soccer Ball
So you want to learn how to juggle a soccer ball, or how to teach others to juggle? There is one critical tip that must happen to be successful at juggling. That is practice juggling. That may seem harsh and very straight forward, but the best way to master a skill is to focus on that skill until it becomes second nature.

Juggling is an essential training element which we often overlook. Juggling allows the players to use all parts of their body to gain a feel for the ball. These touches build confidence and make players aware of parts of their body used to control or pass the ball. With a larger range of comfort with the ball, this often sparks imagination in the game. A good juggler does not guarantee the player will be a good game player, as there is no substitute for match play. Juggling should become a daily routine that only takes a few minutes a day. Coaches should encourage players to develop proper juggling technique. When juggling, coaches should stress the following points:

1. Use all parts of the body (head, chest, thighs, and feet) and use both feet. Don’t get caught only juggling with your dominant foot!

2. Focus on good controlled touch to realize the full potential of juggling. If a player does not have enough body control, this will lead to bad touches.

3. Be able to control the ball in different situations. So if a player has a bad touch, they should try to recover it rather than starting over.

4. Be able to maintain good body position.

5. Find rhythm and harmony between the player and the ball.

6. Practice while standing still, then progress to walking slowly and then with some pressure by either time or opponents.

7. Practice juggling about 20 minutes each day.
Encourage players to juggle, and watch the player's touch improve ten-fold.

Juggling Progression

1. Start with one touch with your right foot and catch it. Repeat this 50 times until you are consistently knocking the ball to your hands. Repeat 50 touches with your left foot and catch it.

2. Juggle twice on your right foot and catch it. Repeat this until you are consistently knocking the ball back to the same spot. Repeat with your left foot.

3. Switch feet while juggling. Start juggling on your right foot and switch to your left foot, then catch it.

4. Then start juggling on your left foot and switch it to your right foot, and catch it.

5. Perform the progression above with your thighs.

Keys to Proper Juggling.
Once you have perfected the progression above, it is time to free juggle with your feet and thighs. Remember some of the keys to proper juggling:

1. Toe curled up
2. Locked ankle
3. Put a backspin on the ball
4. Knees slightly bent
5. Head slightly leaning over ball
6. Ready to react quickly
7. Consistent touch on the ball
8. Alternate feet and thighs

Now all that is left is to practice juggling. So, now that you know how to juggle, go practice it.

Learn How to Juggle a Soccer Ball

To learn how to juggle a soccer ball there is one important tip; practice juggling. The more touches juggling, the better you will become.

How to Juggle a Soccer Ball
So you want to learn how to juggle a soccer ball, or how to teach others to juggle? There is one critical tip that must happen to be successful at juggling. That is practice juggling. That may seem harsh and very straight forward, but the best way to master a skill is to focus on that skill until it becomes second nature.

Juggling is an essential training element which we often overlook. Juggling allows the players to use all parts of their body to gain a feel for the ball. These touches build confidence and make players aware of parts of their body used to control or pass the ball. With a larger range of comfort with the ball, this often sparks imagination in the game. A good juggler does not guarantee the player will be a good game player, as there is no substitute for match play. Juggling should become a daily routine that only takes a few minutes a day. Coaches should encourage players to develop proper juggling technique. When juggling, coaches should stress the following points:

1. Use all parts of the body (head, chest, thighs, and feet) and use both feet. Don’t get caught only juggling with your dominant foot!

2. Focus on good controlled touch to realize the full potential of juggling. If a player does not have enough body control, this will lead to bad touches.

3. Be able to control the ball in different situations. So if a player has a bad touch, they should try to recover it rather than starting over.

4. Be able to maintain good body position.

5. Find rhythm and harmony between the player and the ball.

6. Practice while standing still, then progress to walking slowly and then with some pressure by either time or opponents.

7. Practice juggling about 20 minutes each day.
Encourage players to juggle, and watch the player's touch improve ten-fold.

Juggling Progression

1. Start with one touch with your right foot and catch it. Repeat this 50 times until you are consistently knocking the ball to your hands. Repeat 50 touches with your left foot and catch it.

2. Juggle twice on your right foot and catch it. Repeat this until you are consistently knocking the ball back to the same spot. Repeat with your left foot.

3. Switch feet while juggling. Start juggling on your right foot and switch to your left foot, then catch it.

4. Then start juggling on your left foot and switch it to your right foot, and catch it.

5. Perform the progression above with your thighs.

Keys to Proper Juggling.
Once you have perfected the progression above, it is time to free juggle with your feet and thighs. Remember some of the keys to proper juggling:

1. Toe curled up
2. Locked ankle
3. Put a backspin on the ball
4. Knees slightly bent
5. Head slightly leaning over ball
6. Ready to react quickly
7. Consistent touch on the ball
8. Alternate feet and thighs

Now all that is left is to practice juggling. So, now that you know how to juggle, go practice it.

Soccer Drill Trapping Facing Defender, Soccer Control Drills
The object of this soccer drill is to work on trapping and control with the foot, thigh, and chest while facing an opponent.

Drill Setup
In an area approximately 20X30 yards work in groups of 3 players. Player 1 on one side of the grid and the other 2 players (Players 2 and 3) on the opposite side. Player 1 starts with the ball.

Drill Instructions
Player 1 will serve the ball into player 2 and will follow the pass and defend player 2. Player 2 should move towards the serve, have a good control touch away from the pressure from player 1, and attack the sideline player 1 came from. Player 2 can pass to player 3 creating a 2v1.

To score the ball must be stopped on the sideline the two players are attacking.

The server should serve the balls to the chest, thigh and feet.

Drill Variations
Place a 2nd defender 5-7 yards behind player 2 and 3 to put pressure from the back side of the attackers. This defender should make a recovery run to get goal-side of the ball.

Drill Coaching Points
1. Quick control and movement forward.
2. First touch is into space away from advancing player.
3. Controlling player must decide to dribble or pass
4. Make sure player is controlling the ball properly.

Soccer Shooting, Attacking, and Crossing Drill.

This soccer drill is designed to focus on chipping, trapping and shooting inside the 18 to feel more comfortable inside the penalty box.

Drill Setup
1. Divide the team into 3 equal lines.
2. Group A is on one corner of the penalty box near the end line with an ample supply of soccer balls.
3. Group B is on the other corner of the penalty box near the end line.
4. Group C is at the top of the penalty box the semi-circle.
5. A goalkeeper in the goal.

Drill Instructions
1. The first player from Group A serves a flighted ball across the face of the goal to Group B.
2. The first player from Group B takes the ball out of the air with a good control touch and passes the ball to Group C.
3. Group C then takes a shot on goal.
4. The players should rotate A, B then C.

Drill Variations
Restrict the number of touches (one-touch)

Drill Coaching Points
1. Focus on quality of flighted balls, control touches and shots.
2. Players should learn to be more comfortable in front of the goal and focus on finishing the ball.

Equipment
1. Disc Cones
2. Pinnies
3. Soccer Balls
4. Full Size Goal

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Triangle Combination Passing Drill
This passing drill focuses on combination play in a small area. You can concentrate on the pace of the pass, angle of the pass, the weight of the pass, timing of the runs before and after the pass, one-two’s, and movement.

Drill Setup

1. Create a triangle about 10 yards a side.

2. Place a player on each cone about 2 yards outside the triangle.

3. You will only need 1 ball per triangle.
Create multiple triangles according to the number of players you have.

4. You can also place additional players at the starting position and have them rotate through each cone and return to the back of the line.

5. Just be sure not to have too many players in line where they are waiting too long to play.

Drill Instructions

1. Player 1 passes to player 2 on the outside of the cone. 2. 2 returns the player to 1.

3. Player 2 opens up and receives the pass from 1 on the opposite side of the cone.

4. Player 2 now plays to 3 on the outside of the cone and the play continues around the 3 cones.

Drill Variations

Switch the direction of the play to focus on different angles of passing.

Drill Coaching Points
Focus on the following topics:

1. Pace of the pass
2. Angle of the pass
3. Weight of the pass
4. Timing of the runs before and after the pass
5. One-two’s
6. Good fluid movement keeping the body under control.

Equipment
Disc Cones

Drill Ages
U9 and above