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Passing Diamond — Follow, Support and Rotate

A continuous diamond passing exercise where players follow the ball, create the next support angle and rotate positions after each action.

Develop passing support, movement after the pass and coordinated rotation around a diamond.
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Diamond
Players
5
Duration
12 min
Equipment
Balls, Cones
Difficulty
Beginner
Age group
U9–U18
Category
Passing
Type
Passing & Receiving

Organization

Mark a diamond with four cones. Place one or two players at each point. Pass around the diamond with players moving immediately after their pass to support or rotate to the next position.

Coaching Points

Move immediately after passing | Support at an angle rather than directly behind | Receive on the outside foot | Keep passing tempo high | Communicate before the ball arrives

Progressions

  • Introduce bounce passes and occasional diagonal passes through the diamond.

Regressions

  • Use one fixed passing direction and unlimited touches.
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