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Title

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.