Chest Drop to Second Runner — 9 Cushions, 10 Finishes Ground Ball
An aerial-to-ground finishing combination where the 9 does not attempt a volley. The forward cushions a clipped pass down and behind, allowing the 10 to arrive onto a grounded or low-bouncing finish.
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Organization
Use a full-size goal with goalkeeper. A server clips into the 9 around the edge of the box. The 10 starts 6–8m deeper. The 9 cushions with chest or thigh into the 10's path; the 10 finishes in one or two touches.
Coaching Points
9 positions under the flight and softens the contact | Cushion travels into the runner's path, not straight down | 10 arrives as the ball drops | Keep 9 between defender and ball | Finish before the defensive line can step out
Progressions
- Add a live centre-back behind the 9 and a recovering midfielder with the 10.
Regressions
- Use passive pressure and underarm aerial service.
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