Y-Shape Combination Passing

Objective

• -Combine in threes to break a line
• -Time the supporting run
• -Finish the pattern with a pass into a target

Setup

1. 1Set a Y of cones: one starter, one pivot, two exits.
2. 2Balls at the starting cone.
3. 3Mini goals or target players at each exit.

How to play

1. 1Starter passes into the pivot who sets it back first time.
2. 2Starter switches wide to the third player who attacks the exit.
3. 3Everyone follows their pass, swap sides every 8 reps.

Progressions

• +Add a passive defender on the pivot
• +One-touch set and go

Regressions

• -Static receivers, slower tempo
• -Two touches allowed everywhere

Variations

• -Finish with a shot at goal
• -Mirror the pattern on the other side

Common mistakes

• -Pivot receiving flat-footed
• -Set-back too heavy or behind the runner
• -Third player leaving too early