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Switch the Play (Shorter)

Set it and switch it accurately. Take a touch to set, then drive an accurate diagonal across to your teammate, who opens out and drives forward.

Live animationPOS
Duration
7 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
42 × 30 m
Setup space
Level
Beginner
Skill required
Intensity
Medium
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

A player sets and drives a shorter diagonal switch to a teammate, who controls and drives on. Emphasise a good setting touch, an open body, and an accurate driven ball. Build the distance over time. Both directions. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Set the ball with the first touch
  • Open the body to see the target
  • Driven and accurate across the pitch
  • Receiver opens out on the touch
  • Build the distance as it improves

Common mistakes

  • Poor setting touch before the switch
  • Under-hitting the diagonal
  • Closed body when striking
  • Receiver not opening out

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Full-width switch (the base drill)
  • Switch first time
  • Add a presser

Regressions

  • Even shorter, ground pass
  • Static receiver
  • Walk the pattern
Audience
U9-U10

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