Press Escape Pass

Objective

Play quickly and accurately out of a high press with composed combination passing.

Equipment

• Ball
• Cones
• Bibs

Instructions

1. 1

   Three players form a triangle 8 yards apart. One defender presses the ball carrier.

2. 2

   The ball carrier must play out within 2 seconds and the triangle must rotate to support.

3. 3

   If the defender wins the ball or forces a 3-second hold, they earn a point.

4. 4

   Play 5 minutes then rotate the defender.

Coaching Points

• ✓ The first touch must take you away from pressure, not into it.
• ✓ Support players must show at angles — square support is easily intercepted.
• ✓ Play fast but controlled — panic passes invite the press.

Variations

• → Add a second defender to create a 3v2 press scenario.