Slalom in variable conditions

Goal:

Dribbling

Soccer Technique

Equipment

Markers
Cones
Poles
Low hurdles
Hurdles
Hoops
1 goal
Balls

Preparation

Playing Area: 15x22 meters / 16x24 yds
Players: at least 4 + 1 goalkeeper
Duration: 11 minutes
Series: 2 of 5 minutes each with 30 seconds of recovery

Summary

Exercise to train running with the ball at speed and quick thinking

Secondary Objectives

Running with the ball, Shooting, Ball control, Reaction time, Awareness, Vestibular information, Peripheral vision, Striking the ball, Dribbling, Dribbling with changes in direction, Dribbling at speed, Ball control, Shooting

Organization

Use the markers to form a 15×15-meter/16×16-yard square. Place various items (e.g., cones, hoops, poles, high and low hurdles, etc.) randomly inside the square. Place a goal defended by a goalkeeper about 7 yards/6 meters from one side of the square. On the side closest to the goal, in the center, use two markers to form a 3-meter gate that serves as a finish line. Divide the players into two equal groups and place them at the two corners of the square furthest from the goal. Give each player a ball.

Description

At the coach's signal, the first player from each group starts running inside the space occupied by the various equipment.
The first player to cross the finish line without touching the equipment inside the square can shoot at the goal.

Rules

If the player touches the equipment inside the square, they must stop.
Only the first player to complete the slalom may kick the ball.
The player who scores the most goals wins.

Variations

Perform the slalom with one foot (strong foot and weak foot)

Coaching Points

Coach:
- continuously change the position of the objects within the square
- give the start signal when both players are ready
- check that they do not touch any objects while driving
- call out the name of the first player to cross the finish line and shoot at the goal
Players:
- focus on the quality of your dribbling rather than speed
- analyze the situation to choose your route in the moments before you start
- keep the ball close to your foot so you can change direction quickly to avoid obstacles
Goalkeeper:
- listen to the coach's feedback to find out which of the two players is shooting at goal