Keep Possession With Quick Moves | 4-Player Square Drill

Overview

• Four players set up around the outside of a square.
• One defender works inside the square, trying to win the ball.
• It’s all about keeping the ball in a tight space.
• Players use quick movement and smart body shape to keep the defender guessing.

Objectives

• Learn how to protect the ball and not give it away.
• Change your body shape to throw off what the defender expects.
• Use moves like the double move to open up passing lanes.
• Sharpen your first touch and cleaner ball control.
• Pick up practical skills you can take straight into a game.

Setup

Set up a 10m x 10m square with four players spaced around the outside and one defender in the middle. The four outside players move the ball around while dealing with the defender.

1）Four players stand around the outside of the square, spread out.

2）One player starts with the ball.

3）The defender goes to win it.

4）The player on the ball shakes off the defender with quick steps and good body shape.

5）Passes are one-touch, moving quick to the next receiver.

6）Keep the rally going for 30 seconds to a minute.

7）Swap players and run several rounds.