Ball Control & Passing

• 1) Rebound Boards: Build first-touch, half-volley, and goalkeeper clearance drills.
• 2) Passing Arcs/Gates: Develop lane discipline and passing weight accuracy.
• 3) Target Nets: Improve finishing accuracy and aim for specific goal zones.
• 4) Multi-Surface Training Balls: Mix match-speed and heavier balls for strength and feel.

Speed, Agility & Conditioning

• 5) Agility Ladders: Footwork and coordination patterns before skill work.
• 6) Mini Hurdles: Build knee drive, deceleration control, and explosive recovery.
• 7) Marker Cones/Discs: Create grids, channels, and positioning drills.
• 8) Resistance Bands: Strengthen hip stability for low defensive positioning.
• 9) Timing Gates (optional): Measure sprint times and reaction speed objectively.

Tactical & Set-Piece

• 10) Coaching Whiteboard: Simplify team talks with clear half-time visuals.
• 11) Corner-Routine Props: Combine cones and arcs for inject/stop/slap drills.
• 12) Portable Goals: Perfect for small-sided games anywhere, anytime.

Goalkeeper-Specific

• 13) Shot Deflectors: Randomise shot trajectories for realistic saves.
• 14) Ball Machine/Launcher: Create consistent shooting drills without extra players.
• 15) Rebound Circuits: Link clearances to recovery and footwork sequences.

Session Design Tips

• Block → Random: Start with isolated technique, finish with game-realistic drills.
• Constraints: Limit touches or space to encourage scanning and faster play.
• Data: Use timing gates or rep counts to measure progress.

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FAQs

What’s the first buy for new coaches?

Cones, agility ladder, and rebound board cover around 70% of core training drills.

How to keep costs down?

Buy in bundles and choose durable cones or boards that hold up on wet astro surfaces.

How often should kit be refreshed?

Replace worn cones or ladder rungs each season and audit your setup before pre-season.