Set Up:
There are 12-16 players set up in the attacking third, with lines starting at the cones. To begin the drill, Player 1 passes the ball back to Player 2. As Player 2 receives, Player 3 starts a horizontal run across the field. Player 2 opens up with his first touch, and then looks to play a thru ball to Player 3, who finishes on goal. Upon completion, the players rotate counter-clockwise to the next line.
Coaching Points:
1. Begin the thru run when the passer controls the ball and looks up.
2. A horizontal run across the field is the visual cue for the thru pass.
3. Control the thru pass as soon as possible, and then look up for the goalkeeper.
Progressions:
1. Add a passive defender and call offsides.
Players Required:
12-16