Triangle Passing
Three players form a triangle and pass the ball around the shape, focusing on accuracy, weight of pass, and moving after passing.
Objective
Improve passing accuracy and the habit of moving after releasing the ball.
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Visual Concept
Top-down diagram — Passing drill layout
Setup
Place 3 cones in a triangle, 8–10 yards apart. One player at each cone. Extra players wait behind a cone.
How to Run It
Simple rotation
Player A passes to Player B, then follows their pass to stand behind Player B. Player B passes to Player C and follows. Continue around the triangle.
Add a first-touch direction
Receiving player must take their first touch in the direction of their next pass before passing.
Increase pace
Challenge the group to complete 10 passes in under 20 seconds.
Reverse direction
On the coach's call, reverse the direction of passing and movement.
Coaching Cues
Pass and move — don't stand still after releasing
Weight your pass so the receiver can take a clean first touch
Communicate — call for the ball
Use the inside of your foot for accuracy
Variations
- Add a central defender to intercept passes
- Require one-touch passing only
- Expand to a square or pentagon shape
Gear for This Drill
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Classic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
Standard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
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Browse all gearEquipment Needed
- 3 cones
- 1 ball per group
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Classic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
View on AmazonStandard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
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