Set Up:

Three groups of five players play in and around a large zone. Group 1 (in blue) stays outside of the zone at all times, but must play all of their passes thru the zone. The players in Group 2 (in red) must stay inside of the zone and pass the ball in sequence (Player 1 to 2 to 3 to 4 to 5 and back to Player 1 again). Players in Group 3 (in black) carry the ball three-quarters of the way thru the grid, and then combine with a teammate from the opposite side, sending him in the opposite direction with the dribble. That player then dribbles across to combine with a teammate. Every five minutes, the players change roles so that they perform all three techniques.

Coaching Points:

1.  Speed of Play – Make your runs early so that your team can play one touch soccer.

2.  Runs without the ball – Run to places where the passer can see you. No blind passes!

3.  Communication – Tell the passer what’s available. Say it loudly. Get his attention.

Progressions/Regressions:

Progression 1 –  Limit the number of touches made by the groups and/or specific players.