Passing in Fours

Pitch: Four cones mark out the playing area.

Equipment: 4 cones and one ball per group.

Players: Two groups of four.

Each group of four has a ball and works through the following tasks:

1. Pass to a team-mate out of a dribble; the team-mate takes the pass in their stride securely and then passes on in turn.
2. Deal with every pass with a visible change in the direction of play and increase the pace over a few metres.
3. Play every second pass on first time.
4. Only pass when a team-mate shows for the ball with a short burst.
5. On a signal from the coach, carry out all the actions at maximum pace until the coach gives a second signal after five to 15 seconds.