Lead the Diagonal Runner
A passer leads a teammate into diagonal space, then that receiver carries briefly to release the next moving teammate.
- 10 min
- 4–8 players
Drill · U15
Midfield Support Pocket
A central receiver moves away from a marker to show a clear build-up passing pocket, then connects with a forward support player.
- Duration
- 12 min
- Players
- 8–16 (ideal 8)
- Movement
- Receiving
- Passing
- Scanning
Setup
Step 1 of 2
One complete 8-player group is shown. Two builders, two central receivers and two forward supports face two central markers. The markers stay in the middle pocket; builders and forward supports stay outside it. One ball starts with a builder.
Coaching points
- Setup: Two builders, two central receivers and two forward supports face two central markers. The markers stay in the middle pocket; builders and forward supports stay outside it. One ball starts with a builder.
- Play: Builders may exchange the ball while a receiver moves to become visible beyond a marker’s shoulder. A controlled reception in that new passing window earns one point. The receiver sends a safe ground pass to a forward support, who returns it outside the pocket for reset.
- Reset and rotation: End after that forward pass or a marker interception. Markers return the ball after a win. Every 45 seconds rotate two receivers into marking roles and two outside supports into receiving; move remaining players around the outside roles.
- Numbers: The diagram shows 8 players. With up to 16, 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: The receiver should observe both builder and marker before checking into view. Score the visible support offer rather than a memorised passing sequence.
- Safety: Markers walk and intercept only; no body contact or tackles. Ground delivery, one active ball and stopped collection. Increase pocket space if receivers are crowded.
Equipment
- Ball · 2 per group, including a spare
- Flat Marker · 8 per group for field and zone corners, in addition to pictured markers
- Bib · 8 per group; colours match the pictured roles
Progressions
- Easier Markers stay still while receivers identify an open passing angle.
- Harder Builders change the ball side before the receiver chooses which marker shoulder to move beyond.
