Pass and Follow
Players pass to a teammate and then follow their pass, joining the back of the next line. Simple, continuous, and great for building passing habits.
Objective
Build the habit of passing and moving — the foundation of all combination play.
Watch It In Action
Visual Concept
Top-down diagram — Passing drill layout
Setup
Two lines of players face each other 10 yards apart. First player in each line has a ball.
How to Run It
Pass across
Player 1 passes to the first player in the opposite line, then runs to join the back of that line.
Receive and pass
The receiver controls the ball and passes to the next player in the original line, then follows.
Keep it flowing
The drill runs continuously — pass, follow, receive, pass, follow.
Speed it up
Challenge the group to complete 20 passes without the ball stopping.
Coaching Cues
Pass, then move — don't stand and watch
Get your body open to receive — don't face away from the ball
Firm pass along the ground — not a lob
Call the name of the player you're passing to
Variations
- Add a one-touch rule for more advanced players
- Three lines in a triangle — pass to the right, follow to the left
Gear for This Drill
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Standard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
Classic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
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Browse all gearEquipment Needed
- 2 balls
- Cones to mark lines
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Standard for U9–U12. Great for skill development and drill work.
View on AmazonClassic tall cones for slalom drills, grids, and field marking.
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