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Switch of Play

In this 8 v 8 drill with two goalies you will work on the switch of play in soccer.  Using an entire soccer field with two goals and 4 flags.  As you watch this drill pay attention to how the teams switch the ball from one side to the next using proper ball movement.  As you will notice the ball on the switch is played through the two flags.  For set up of the drill please see the details below.

Set up

  • Use the entire field

  • 8 v 8

  • Two Goalies

  • Two Goals

  • Two Flags spaced apart at mid field.  One set at the top and one set at the bottom of the field.

Equipment Needed

  • 4 flags or cones.  Whatever works best with your current needs.

  • Soccer Ball.

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