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#372 Square Passing & Movement Drill | Speed of Play Training | Soccer Exercises

Square Passing & Movement Drill | Speed of Play Training

This square-based passing and movement drill is designed to improve speed of play, awareness, and decision-making. Players must constantly scan, time their runs, and adjust their body position while combining around mannequins inside the square.

The exercise encourages:

Quick passing and clean first touches

Off-the-ball movement and creating passing angles

Scanning before receiving

High tempo ball circulation

Communication and timing

How it works:

Players are positioned around a square with mannequins acting as passive defenders

The ball is played into the middle player, who sets and moves to receive again

After each pass, players follow their pass and rotate positions

The drill can be progressed with one-touch play or directional rules

Coaching points:

Open body shape when receiving

Pass with the correct weight and timing

Constant scanning before and after the pass

Accelerate after passing

Perfect for youth to senior players and ideal for warm-ups or main training blocks focusing on possession and combination play.

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#371 Passing Combination & Scoring Drill – part 2 | Soccer Training | Soccer Exercises

Mastering passing combinations and movement off the ball is essential for fluid and dynamic gameplay. In this training session, we demonstrate a simple yet highly effective passing drill that helps improve teamwork, ball control, and finishing. This exercise focuses on quick, accurate passing, smart positioning, and creating goal-scoring opportunities through well-timed runs.

This drill is perfect for improving passing accuracy, combination play, movement off the ball, and clinical finishing. Whether you’re a coach looking to enhance your team’s attacking play or a player wanting to sharpen your passing and scoring skills, this exercise is a great addition to your training routine.

Try it out, and let us know how it works for you! ⚽πŸ”₯

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#370 Team Passing Sequence | One-Touch Movement with Dummy Player

In this training session, we focus on a team passing sequence designed to improve one-touch passing, movement off the ball, and communication. Using a dummy player, this drill simulates real game scenarios β€” helping players sharpen their reaction time, awareness, and teamwork.
Perfect for coaches and players who want to build rhythm, speed, and accuracy in small group settings.
Watch the full demonstration, then try it with your team to enhance your passing tempo and support play!
πŸ‘‰ Drill Focus:
β€’ Quick, one-touch passing
β€’ Timing and positioning
β€’ Creating passing angles
β€’ Supporting the play after pass
πŸ“ Equipment Needed:
β€’ Cones
β€’ 1 Dummy player / Mannequin
β€’ 4–6 players
β€’ 1 ball

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#369 Passing & Moving Drill | Around the Dummy Player

Master the art of movement and combination play with this Passing & Moving Drill Around the Dummy Player. In this session, Player 1 initiates the play with a pass to Player 2. As Player 2 delivers a through ball towards the penalty area, Player 3 makes a curved run around the dummy to receive, control, and finish the move with a shot on goal.
This exercise improves:
β€’ First touch
β€’ Off-the-ball movement
β€’ Timing of passes
β€’ Finishing under pressure
Perfect for youth academies and advanced players looking to enhance their attacking transitions.
πŸ“ Suitable for: U13 and up
⏱️ Duration: 10–15 minutes per rotation
⚽ Focus: Passing, Movement, Finishing

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Christmas Bell Drill πŸŽ…πŸŽ„| The Fun Holiday Drill That Actually Works

πŸŽ…πŸŽ„ Christmas Bell Drill | The Fun Holiday Drill That Actually Works ⚽

Looking for a fun, festive, and effective soccer drill for the holiday season?
The Christmas Bell Drill | The Fun Holiday Drill That Actually Works is a creative way to keep players motivated while still improving ball control, passing, movement, and awareness.

This drill fits perfectly into modern soccer exercises for:
βœ… Youth & academy players
βœ… Team and individual training
βœ… Holiday & Christmas sessions
βœ… High-engagement technical work

πŸ”” Why the Christmas Bell Drill works:

Lots of ball touches

Improves passing accuracy & decision-making

Fun Christmas theme without losing intensity

Easy to adapt to any age or level

If you’re looking for soccer exercises that combine creativity with real match value, this drill is a must-try during the holidays.

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#368 Team Passing and Dribble Drill | Soccer Exercises

This Team Passing and Dribble Drill is the perfect blend of quick combinations, sharp movement, and explosive dribbling. Whether you’re coaching youth, elite players, or running your own training session, this drill transforms your team’s ability to play fast, think fast, and break lines with confidence.

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#367 Combination Play & Finishing Drill | Sharp Movement & Final Pass | Soccer Exercises

Train your players to combine quickly and finish with precision using this sharp passing pattern drill.
Key actions include:
β€’ Checking toward the ball
β€’ Quick one-twos and diagonal switches
β€’ Third-man runs
β€’ Perfectly timed through balls
β€’ A composed finish under pressure
This exercise is ideal for midfielders and forwards working on chemistry, timing, and attacking decision-making in the final third.

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#366 Advanced Passing & Movement Drill | Breaking Lines & Creating Space | Soccer Exercises

Take your passing drills to the next level with this advanced combination play designed for teams looking to master movement off the ball and intelligent positioning. In this exercise:
β€’ Player 1 passes to Player 2
β€’ Player 2 plays to Player 3, who comes free behind the dummy player
β€’ Player 3 returns the ball into Player 2’s run
β€’ Player 2 passes to Player 4, who also finds space behind a dummy
β€’ Player 4 returns the ball to Player 3, who checks in
β€’ The ball moves back to Player 4, then into Player 5
β€’ A diagonal pass from Player 2 sets Player 4 through
β€’ Player 4 finds Player 6, who escapes his dummy marker
β€’ Final pass to Player 7, who also comes free behind a dummy
β€’ Player 6 receives the ball and dribbles back to the starting point
This drill improves decision-making, quick combinations, third-man runs, and spatial awareness.

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#365 Team Passing Sequence | One-Touch Movement & Rhythm Drill | Soccer Exercises

Improve team chemistry and passing fluency with this Team Passing Sequence | One-Touch Movement & Rhythm Drill. ⚽
In this dynamic passing pattern, players move the ball quickly with one or two touches, emphasizing timing, communication, and support play. This Team Passing Sequence is ideal for sharpening passing angles, awareness, and teamwork.
➑️ Drill breakdown:
1. Player 2 starts the sequence and passes to Player 4 via Player 3
2. The ball moves to Player 6, then to Player 5
3. Player 5 passes to Player 7, who combines with Player 8
4. The ball is switched across to Player 9, then 10, and comes back down to Player 2
5. Rotation continues β€” everyone keeps moving and talking
πŸ“Œ Great for warm-ups or high-tempo possession drills. Adjust touches, add defenders, or play with restrictions to increase difficulty!
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