Lofted Set-Back — Cushion Aerial Ball Behind for Advancing Midfielder
An aerial combination in which the highest player receives a clipped pass and deliberately sets the ball backward rather than controlling to turn. The supporting midfielder arrives underneath the dropping ball.
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Organization
Use a 20x15m channel. A clips the ball into B, who starts on the highest line with passive pressure behind. C begins deeper and advances as the ball travels. B cushions with chest, thigh or foot backward into C's path; C then plays forward to a target.
Coaching Points
B gets under the flight early | Cushion backward into space, not vertically down | C moves while the ball is travelling | Use the safest receiving surface for the service | C should be able to play forward without stopping
Progressions
- Make the defender behind B active and limit C to one touch.
Regressions
- Use underarm service and allow B an extra settling touch.
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