Pass and Shoot Relay
A three-player team relays two controlled ground passes into a placed finish, rotating the shooting role each turn.
- 10 min
- 3–6 players
Game · U15
Overload to the Open Goal
Teams use protected edge support to create a clearer finishing angle, then decide whether a placed ground shot is available.
- Duration
- 14 min
- Players
- 6–12 (ideal 6)
- Finishing
- Passing
- Teamwork
Setup
Step 1 of 2
One complete 6-player group is shown. Two blue face two red between two secured empty mini goals; blue attacks right and red left. Two teal support players stay on opposite touchlines outside the playing contest and assist the team in possession. Only one ball is active; support is protected from challenges.
Coaching points
- Setup: Two blue face two red between two secured empty mini goals; blue attacks right and red left. Two teal support players stay on opposite touchlines outside the playing contest and assist the team in possession. Only one ball is active; support is protected from challenges.
- Play: The team in possession may connect with either edge support and then seek a clear ground finish for one point. A support player returns the ball inside within two comfortable touches and cannot shoot or enter. Using support is optional: select a direct shot when clear, or use the overload when the screen closes it.
- Reset and rotation: A goal or ball out stops play and the other team restarts centrally. A regain can continue towards the opposite target until the attempt ends. Use 45-second bouts, then rest and rotate all six through inside and edge roles before restarting.
- Numbers: The diagram shows 6 players. With up to 12, use a second complete group in a separate area. Odd spare players rest off the area and rotate into a playing role every 45 seconds; everyone has equal turns.
- Coach focus: Edge support should change the available shooting angle, not simply increase a passing total. Inside partners move after the outlet and check the return route; evaluate whether the next touch provides a genuinely clear ground shot.
- Safety: Ground passes and placed shots, no goalkeeper, contact, slides or occupied-foot tackles. Defenders intercept exposed or travelling balls only and cannot challenge edge support. Keep support and retrieval routes clear; collect only after play stops.
Equipment
- Ball · 2 per group, including a spare
- Mini Goal · 2 per group
- Flat Marker · 4 per group for field and zone corners, in addition to pictured markers
- Bib · 6 per group; colours match the pictured roles
Progressions
- Easier Defenders walk and edge support can stop the ball before returning it.
- Harder Alter the initial defensive screen so the ball holder chooses direct finishing or either edge outlet; retain protected support, safe ground service and comfortable touches.
