IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
TORQUAY UNITED
Paul Buckle
Overview:
The passing diamond is a coaching move that, while simple in its set-up, is crucial for players in rehearsing passing accuracy and tempo. It is also important for general ball work and encouraging the use of both feet.
Modern day football is built upon a constant passing game, so the ability to conduct simple and fast-paced passing moves has never been more important.
We work on this session three times a week, varying and changing elements so as to always keep it fresh and relevant for our players.
The passing diamond
THE PASSING DIAMOND
SET-UP AREA
8x8 yards up to 25x25 yards EQUIPMENT
Cones, balls NUMBER OF PLAYERS
16 players, 4 on each cone
What do I get the players to do?
We place four players on each corner cone and begin passing using two balls, starting at the top and bottom tips of the diamond. The session is unopposed and should be up at game tempo. Passes should always be made along the floor. The ball goes clockwise from A to B, and C to D. Each player always follows his pass, joining the back of the next clockwise queue.
After every couple of minutes we will change passing direction. This ensures that mentally, players remain alert at all times, while on a practical level, they are working both feet during the exercise.
“We encourage players to take ownership of the quality of their passes because if any are misplaced the whole session is delayed.”
What are the key things to look for technically/ tactically?
We encourage players to take ownership of the quality of their passes because if a pass is misplaced then one half of the entire session is delayed.
We’re also looking for players to maintain concentration despite the move’s repetition. T he first touch when receiving the ball should be outside
46 Elite Soccer: The Collectors’ Series Volume 1 3 SWITCH! KEY
Ball movement
Player movement
Dribble
Play is reversed frequently to ensure players are alert and that passes are made with both feet
www.elitesoccercoaching.net KEY
Ball movement
Player movement
Dribble
The ball is passed clockwise around the diamond
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Ball movement
Player movement
Dribble
The player always follows the ball to join the back of the next queue
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