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Trap and Throw

Purpose

This drill emphasizes mastering ball control and trapping skills under pressure, helping players improve their ability to receive and pass in game situations.

Trap and Throw - This drill emphasizes mastering ball control and trapping skills under pressure, helping players improve their ability to receive and pass in game situations.

Setup

  1. Set up a 40x60-yard playing area with a goal at each end.
  2. Divide players into two teams of 6, with one goalkeeper per team.
  3. Ensure each team has pinnies, and all players have a ball.

How To Play

  • Start with one team holding the ball.
  • A player throws the ball to a teammate, who must trap it on the ground before picking it up again.
  • The receiving player then throws the ball to another teammate, repeating the process.
  • Players must remain stationary when holding the ball.
  • The defending team tries to intercept or disrupt by controlling the ball in the air or recovering a poorly trapped ball.
  • Goals can be scored from anywhere on the field if the ball is controlled and shot immediately after trapping.

Coaching Points

  • Emphasize precision when trapping the ball.
  • Encourage quick decision-making and passing under pressure.
  • Highlight the importance of off-ball movement to create space.
  • Reinforce good positioning to intercept the ball.