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Playing Into the Runner (vs a Defender)

Beat the defender into the space. Time and weight the pass past him into the runner's path so it is taken in stride and played forward.

Live animationPAS
Duration
10 min
Total drill time
Players
4
Recommended
Pitch
44 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Advanced
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U11-U12
Any format

Setup & instructions

A defender reads the lane. The passer weights and times the pass past him into the space ahead of the runner, who takes it in stride and plays forward. Emphasise disguising the pass, the weight past the defender, and the timing to the run. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Disguise the release
  • Weight it past the defender
  • Time it to the run
  • Into the space, not to feet
  • Runner takes the first touch forward

Common mistakes

  • Telegraphing the pass
  • Weight short, intercepted
  • Releasing too early or late
  • Runner checking back

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • A live, aggressive defender
  • First-time play forward
  • A second defender

Regressions

  • No defender (the base drill)
  • A passive defender
  • A set run
Equipment
Cones×2
Audience
U11-U12

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