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Keeper: Catch a Simple Cross

Catch it cleanly. Set from a good position, move the feet to get behind and under the ball, and take it comfortably in two hands.

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Duration
6 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
46 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

A gentle floated cross is caught comfortably in two hands, no traffic. Emphasise a good starting position, footwork to get under the ball, and a secure two-handed catch. Keep the service easy. Rotate the crosser.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Good starting position off the line
  • Move the feet to get under it
  • Catch in two hands at the top
  • Secure it into the chest
  • Distribute quickly and accurately

Common mistakes

  • Poor starting position
  • Feet not moving to get under it
  • Reaching rather than catching at the top
  • Not securing it into the body

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Whipped cross to claim (the base drill)
  • Add an attacker to compete
  • Deeper, dipping delivery

Regressions

  • Underarm feed to catch
  • Shorter, softer cross
  • Catch from the hands
Equipment
Full Goals×1
Audience
U9-U10

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