Move in 2's
Pairs pass and receive, then the mover visits other cones, then plays 1-2s and swaps.
Set up
- Mark a 20 by 20 grid with a cone for each pair.
- In pairs, one player stands at the cone and the other moves 5 to 10 m back.
Balls, bibs and cones. Players paired up with a ball between them in a 20 by 20 grid.
How to play
- Players pass the ball to each other, practising passing and receiving technique.
- One player stays at the cone. The other receives a pass from their partner, passes back, then goes to another player and repeats. After 1 to 2 minutes rotate roles.
Make it easier
Make it harder
- The mover receives a pass, keeps the ball, dribbles to another player at a cone, passes, gets the ball back and repeats.
- The player on the cone passes to their partner, they play a 1-2 and swap roles. The player on the ball dribbles to another cone player and repeats.
Three things to say
- Passing and receiving technique.
- Communication, head up and observation.
- Movement and angles to receive the ball.
Colts habit
Lift each other: a soft pass your partner can use.
Both feet
Pass back with the practice foot.
Heads up
Look for a free cone before you move.
Safety: Keep the area clear of bags and bottles. Stay on your feet, no slide tackles. No heading.
Keeping score: Each child keeps their own count and tries to beat it next time. Nothing is compared between children.