Drill
Pairs Aggressive Receiving Relay Race
This is a simple pairs relay race that allows you to train positive first touch in a competitive format. This is also decent conditioning as they’re racing.
Setup
Set up pairs with cones 15 yds apart for each pair (straight line), spaced ~6-8 yards apart. One ball per pair, players facing each other, behind cones.
Instructions
Object is to complete 8 reps of the pass then dribble pattern (honor system, shout “done” when complete). On “go”:
- player (A) with ball passes to teammate (B) and then runs across to the other cone.
- Once pass is made, run to meet the ball, control w/positive touch and (3) dribble across to other cone, turning around it B then sends the ball to A (repeating pattern). Winner: First pair to 8 (10?) completed reps and sits down
Progressions
I tend to use long passes by keeping partners far apart, but same idea (w/more finesse touches) can be done on shorter distances.
Coaching Emphasis
Positive first touch, pace of play, and clean passing;