WU-46 · Warm-up · U6–U17

Dribbling Relay Race Activation

Dribbling Relay Race Activation is a warm-up for U6–U17 teams (9 players, 20 × 20 yards) that works on dribbling.

This energetic warm-up challenges players to dribble, move quickly, and make sharp decisions under pressure.

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Dribbling Relay Race Activation: still from the Touchtight coaching video 1:39
Age group
U6–U17
Players
9 players
Area
20 × 20 yards (1/8 Pitch)
Time
15–30 minutes
Goalkeeper
No
Coaches
1
Practice type
Warm-up
Coach level
Beginner (D Licence)

How it's set up

This energetic warm-up challenges players to dribble, move quickly, and make sharp decisions under pressure. Designed to keep intensity high and players engaged, the practice develops control, agility, and quick reactions while adding a fun, competitive element. Perfect for starting your session with energy and purpose.

Setup diagram for Dribbling Relay Race Activation: pitch area, player positions and movements
Setup diagram · tap to enlarge

Key coaching points

  1. Lots of touches on the ball - keep control
  2. Head up between cones - practice game dribbling
  3. Encourage soft touches in tight areas - short and sharp

Also in the full practice

  • 2 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
  • The coach-led video (1:39) how to set it up and deliver itIn Club
  • Add it to your team's Dugout drop it into a session plan with your warm-up and gameIn Club

Run it with your team.

Watch WU-46 in full, then add it to your next session. It's one of over 1,000 practices in the Touchtight Club library.

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