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Passing Patterns are training exercises which promote the development of technical aspects of the game including pass quality and first touch. Passing Patterns are often used at the beginning of sessions to provide a large quantity of touches for players in a small timeframe and may also be used to develop specific patterns of play which are relevant to the team on matchday.
Y-Passing Pattern (3 Developments)
Three progressions for the popular Y-Passing Pattern, with minimal additional set-up. 1 = Extra Pass. 2 = Pressure from Behind. 3 = 1v1 Duel.
Switching Play Patterns
Two patterns developing the switch of play & midfielders movement after. Especially relevant for a system with a back 3 and double 10s (but adaptable to fit others).
Leeds United/Daniel Farke Pattern
Pattern developing players ability to create angles & players body shape to receive while using mannequins as obstacles. Second progression incorporates the up-back-through concept.
Norwich City Passing Competition
Competitive pattern developing technical quality under pressure. Rules: Every player must touch the ball - A pass must be played from every zone before scoring.
1v1 Receiving Decisions
Players must make quick decisions based on the positioning of the ‘defender’. The ‘defender’ applies varied amounts of pressure & the receiver must decide if they can turn and play forward or not.
Open-Up or Bounce Pattern
The centre player must make quick decisions based on the positioning of the ‘defender’ in this exercise. In space, can you open-up, under pressure, can you play a bounce pass.
Double Triangle Pattern
In this pattern, players must create angles to receive in central & wide areas within the passing triangle. Players must display a good body shape when receiving & a quality first touch.
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