Setup
- Game is played on a regulation field with goalkeepers
- Break players into 2 equal teams
Drill Instructions
- Full field scrimmage with goalkeepers
- Start as a normal game
- As time progresses, add a pass requirement (Teams must make 5 consectutive passes (or more) before shooting, etc)
Drill Variations
- Every player on the team must touch the ball before you can score
- Goals are worth more after a certain number of consecutive passes
Coaching Suggestions
- Be aware of where your teammates are
- Run to open space to get open – spread the field out
- When passing the ball, try to get the opposing team to bunch up, then play a cross to a player in open space
- Communication is important – if you’re open, call for the ball!
- Communication is important – let teammates know where defenders are
