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Passing drill

Y-Shape Passing Pattern

A flowing passing pattern in the shape of a Y. Each pass is followed by a run to the next station, so the drill builds passing quality with constant movement.

  • 6–10 players
  • 12 minutes
  • 25 × 15 m
  • Beginner · U10–U12
Y-Shape Passing Pattern drill diagram1234

Objective

Receive on the half-turn and play forward quickly with the correct foot.

Coaching points

  • Check away before showing for the ball
  • Use the back foot to receive and turn
  • Communicate: call 'turn' or 'man on'
  • Pass with the laces locked and follow through

Progressions

  • Alternate left and right arms of the Y
  • Add a one-two at the top cone
  • Two-touch maximum throughout

Regressions

  • Shorten the stem of the Y
  • Allow extra touches to settle

Equipment

4 cones, 2 balls

Tactical relevance

Mirrors a centre-back to midfielder to winger progression.

Technical focus

Passing, Receiving on the half-turn

Tactical focus

Switching direction of play