Set up cones to make a small side field according to the diagram. Split up into 2 teams using pinnies. No goalies (make sure Nathan R. and Adam are not on the same team) Have them pick positions into a formation that forces triangle shapes. (Usually we have enough for 4v4) so a diamond shape works best. The objective of the drill is to have teams pass at least 3 times before they look to score. To score a player needs to make a run into the box and receive a pass from a teammate into the box.
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