Passing Accuracy Drill | 4-Cone Vertical Passing Training

Overview

• Players who want to sharpen their passing accuracy
• Players who want to nail the basics of an accurate vertical pass
• Players who want to learn to keep the ball moving and connect in games
• Players who want to master clean ball control between cones

Objectives

• Sharpen accurate, quick vertical passes
• Build the rhythm of stringing passing and movement together
• Lock in the basics of ball control in a low-pressure setting
• Develop the passing decisions your players can use in games right away

Setup

This is an accuracy passing drill using four cones set in a vertical line. Accuracy comes first, but by linking passing and movement together, you build the ball-control rhythm your players need on game day.

1）Set four cones in a vertical line down the middle of the field, 5–8 meters apart.

2）Players face off on either side of each cone and pass to the player across from them.

3）After passing, the player slides along the side of the cone, moving up to the next spot to receive the next pass.

4）Repeat the pattern so players feel the flow of the ball moving top to bottom (and bottom to top).

5）Run 2–3 sets, then rotate so everyone plays multiple positions.