P1 from each end has to dribble to the cones, listen to the coaches call, and go around the outside of the correct cone. Once around, they continue to dribble (front of foot) at pace if possible, towards the goal. Once 5 yards out, strike at goal.
Front of foot dribble, or outside of the foot depending on comfort and skill. Looking up to be aware of the defender (cones) Listening to the coaches call to get the right color. Accelerate once around the cone before shooting. DON"T STOP THE BALL, shoot rolling ball
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
sportplan_football
Deliberate heading is now out of U11 grassroots matches. Here is how to coach chest, thigh and foot control so your players still win the ball in the air.
Long-range goals doubled at the 2026 World Cup as teams sat deep. Here is how to coach when to shoot from distance, the technique, and the follow-up.
Under FutureFit, your Under-9s stay at 5v5, your Under-11s stay at 7v7 and your Under-13s stay at 9v9. Same pitch, same numbers, one more year. Here is how to make sure that year feels like a step forward rather than a repeat.
