Soccer Tactics

When kids start playing soccer they move in a bunch with all players within a few feet of the ball. As the fields get larger and the players get bigger and faster it is important for the players start to play as a team rather than a group of individuals. By understanding the 'why' things are done a certain way player develop an understanding of 'how' to play the game of soccer.  

Click on each of the following links for a description of the specific drills designed to help develop player's understanding the tactics of how soccer is played. On each sheet you will see a description of the drill, diagram of the drill, minimum age to start using the drill, minimum number of players necessary to effectively use the drill, minimum amount of time to allow for the drill, and coaching tips:

• Dribbling Pen
• Land Mines
• 2 v 4 Outside the Square
• Keep the Diamond
• Split the 2
• Give & Go
• Recover & Close
• 3 v 2
• Bases Loaded
• 4 v 2 and 2
• Penalty Box Shootout
• Side-help Scrimmage
• 2 Goals
• 4 v 4 - Play it Wide
• Touch Limit Game
• Two Team Keep Away
• Soccer Polo
• Combination Passing

If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact Larry Conklin at b-lconklin@msn.com.