Week 76 One to One #7

Instructions/Setup:

This 1-to-1 technical drill is designed for central midfielders to work on receiving, scanning, ball manipulation, and decision-making. A square is marked out with four different coloured cones in each corner. As the coach passes into the square, they simultaneously call a colour. The midfielder must scan, receive the ball, dribble around the designated cone, and then play a pass back to the coach. Occasionally, the coach can shout “goal” instead of a colour, prompting the player to pass into one of two mini goals.

Coaching Notes:

• Constant Scanning Before and After Receiving – Maintain head movement to locate colour cues, space, and position of cones before the ball arrives.

• Positive First Touch into Direction of Travel – Take the first touch toward the called colour to prepare for a clean dribble around the cone.

• Controlled Dribbling with Head Up – Keep the ball close while moving at speed, staying aware of the coach’s voice for further instructions.

• Pass Accuracy Off Both Feet – Deliver precise, well-weighted passes back to the coach or into the mini goal using either foot confidently.