87-P3 · Technical practice · U9–U14
Passing in a Diamond
Passing in a Diamond is a technical practice for U9–U14 teams (10 players, 20 × 20 yards) that works on passing, movement and dribbling.
This technical practice takes place in a 20 by 20-yard area and focuses on developing passing when playing in a diamond setup.
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1:23 - Age group
- U9–U14
- Players
- 10 players
- Area
- 20 × 20 yards (1/8 Pitch)
- Time
- 15–30 minutes
- Goalkeeper
- No
- Coaches
- 1
- Practice type
- Technical practice
- Coach level
- Beginner (D Licence)
How it's set up
This technical practice takes place in a 20 by 20-yard area and focuses on developing passing when playing in a diamond setup. We setup by placing 4 mannequins in a diamond shape, with players starting as shown in the session image. To begin, the player with the ball (9) will dribble around the mannequin and pass forward to (6). After the pass, (9) and (7) will rotate positions. (6) will dribble forward and pass to (8) who will repeat the sequence from the other direction. Players will pass in this sequence until they are comfortable, allowing you to progress the session.
Key coaching points
- Passing weight and accuracy
- Communication when passing and receiving
- Get comfortable passing with both feet
Also in the full practice
- 3 progressions to make it harder as your players improveIn Club
- 3 player questions to check understanding during the practiceIn Club
- The coach-led video (1:23) 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
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