Triangle Passing Overload: Tempo Clock

Pitch diagram

Objectives

• -Keep the ball in a 4v1 or 5v2
• -Create passing triangles constantly
• -Play out of pressure calmly

Setup

1. 1Mark an 18 yard square with a triangle of cones inside.
2. 2Four or five in possession, one or two defenders.
3. 3Spare balls on the outside for quick restarts.

Coaching instructions

1. 1Possession team keeps the ball, aiming to split the defenders.
2. 2Defenders swap after a regain or thirty seconds.
3. 3Count consecutive passes for a score.
4. 4The ball must reach the end action inside six seconds or the rep restarts.

Common mistakes

• -Standing flat and square
• -Forcing the split pass
• -Passing too slowly under pressure