Short Passing Combinations

This technical practice takes place in a 15 by 20-yard area and focuses on developing one touch passing combinations. We setup by using four cones to create a zone where 3 players will start as shown, while the 4th player starts with a ball on the cone outside the zone. To begin, the first player (4) passes forward to the furthest player (9). This initial pass triggers a defender (10) to run out and apply passive pressure to the player. The two other players (9) and (11) will play a 1-2 combination around the defender and end the sequence with a pass back to the start player. The two players (10 and 9) will switch roles with (11) staying in position. The next sequence we will switch the side of the set to allow each player to continue rotating positions. Switch the start passer every few rounds to allow each player to have a turn in this role.