Long Passing Pairs

Objective

Develop driven medium-to-long range passes with accuracy and proper technique.

Equipment

• Ball
• Cones

Instructions

1. 1

   Partners stand 25–35 yards apart with a cone at each position.

2. 2

   Player A drives a pass along the ground to Player B's cone.

3. 3

   Player B controls, sets, and drives back.

4. 4

   After 10 exchanges, both players step back 5 yards to increase the distance.

Coaching Points

• ✓ Strike through the centre of the ball with the instep for a driven pass.
• ✓ Non-kicking foot points toward the target.
• ✓ Follow through fully — a short follow-through kills pace.

Variations

• → Limit to two touches — control then pass.
• → Add a chip pass variation for aerial long-passing practice.