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Partner Passing

passing beginner U8 U10

8

Minutes

2

Players

2

Items

Objective

Pass and receive using the inside of the foot with a partner.

Equipment

  • balls
  • cones

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place two cones 8 yards apart. Partners stand at each cone facing each other.

  2. 2

    Player A passes to Player B using the inside of the foot.

  3. 3

    Player B stops the ball with the inside of the foot and passes back.

  4. 4

    Continue for 60 seconds, then rest and repeat 3 times.

  5. 5

    Count how many passes you make without the ball going wide.

Coaching Points

  • ✓ Plant foot beside the ball, pointed at your partner.
  • ✓ Use the flat inside surface of the foot, not the toe.
  • ✓ Look up at your partner before you kick.

Age Notes

U8

Start at 6 yards. Encourage them to shout their partner's name before passing so they learn to communicate.

Variations

  • → Move cones to 12 yards apart once players are comfortable.
  • → Add a target cone in the middle — try to pass through the gate.

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