Pass Shoot Swap

Objective

• -Combine passing and shooting in a simple pattern
• -Make supporting runs after the pass
• -Shoot after a clear set-up touch

Setup

1. 1Mark three stations in a triangle shape with one shooting zone at the top.
2. 2Put a cone or marker at each station and a pile of balls at the start point.
3. 3Split players into three groups, with one group always waiting in the shooting zone.
4. 4Use bibs if needed to show who is in possession and who is receiving.

How to play

1. 1Player one passes into player two and follows their pass.
2. 2Player two sets the ball into the shooting zone for player three.
3. 3Player three takes a touch and shoots at a mini goal or marked target.
4. 4All three players move on one position after the shot.
5. 5Repeat the pattern from both sides so everyone practices each role.

Progressions

• +Two-Touch Limit: drop to one touch in the central area
• +Weak Foot Only: add a defender to raise the pressure
• +Tempo Clock: cut the clock to four seconds
• +Add a competitive scoreline for the last round

Regressions

• -Two-Touch Limit: allow three touches while the picture is learned
• -Weak Foot Only: static, unopposed reps before adding movement
• -Tempo Clock: extend the clock to ten seconds
• -Simplify the area or the service until success returns

Variations

• -Two-Touch Limit — Players are limited to two touches — one to control, one to release.
• -Weak Foot Only — Every touch, pass and finish must be with the weaker foot.
• -Tempo Clock — The ball must reach the end action inside six seconds or the rep restarts.
• -Scan and Cue — The coach shows a colour or number and the receiver must call it before their first touch.
• -Shadow Pressure — A shadow defender applies half pressure and can win the ball only after the first touch.
• -Score Challenge — Run it as a timed competition — pairs or teams count successful reps and compare scores.
• -1-to-1 Session — Run as an individual session: coach serves, one player works through the reps with rest built in.
• -Flip the practice to the opposite side of the pitch

Common mistakes

• -Standing still after passing
• -Poor weight on the set pass
• -Shooting without a clear set-up