Drill

8 cone passing pattern

A basic group passing pattern for working on back foot receiving, and follow-your-pass flow;

8 cone passing pattern diagram
Topics
UndefendedPassing
Group size 9-10 players
Pitch size ~25 by 40 yd space (can vary for passing length you’re training….too small is hard)

Setup

Set up 8 cones as shown in diagram; one player per cone, then add’l player on starting cone behind each ball used

Instructions

  1. Player with ball passes to next cone, aiming for back foot of teammate; Follow your pass

Progressions

start with one ball but can incorporate two balls (need cones+X for X balls, e.g., 9 players to do one ball, 10 for two)

Coaching Emphasis

Target your teammates correct foot to make the next pass; Open your hips/body and receive on back foot; Can you check to defender then open up/back up to receive pass (first move for the defender) Quick two-touch if you can - how fast can you progress the ball around with flow? Explode to the next cone when following your pass

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