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Under 11 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U11, Under 11, 11 and Under age group.

Under 11 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Soccer drills for 11-year-olds focus on advancing technical skills and tactical understanding of the game. This page offers drills that improve ball control, passing, and positioning while fostering teamwork and strategic thinking.

UNDER 11 SOCCER DRILLS, GAMES, AND EXERCISES

Dribbling and Turning with Pressure on the Back

Dribbling and Turning with Pressure on the Back

This drill teaches players how to turn effectively when under defensive pressure. It improves awareness, body positioning, and ball protection while developing confidence in 1v1 situations.


Age: 6-13 Field: 20X15
Players: 2+ Focus: TURNING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 5,971
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
3v3 to Goals

3v3 to Goals

This drill develops players' ability to attack and defend in small spaces while encouraging quick decision-making, teamwork, and fitness through constant movement.


Age: 4+ Field: 20X30
Players: 6+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,971
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 to Tall Cones

1v1 to Tall Cones

This drill develops individual attacking and defending skills by challenging players to dribble under pressure, protect the ball, and accurately pass or shoot to knock over cones for points.


Age: 4-14 Field: 20X30
Players: 4+ Focus: 1v1
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,960
Published: 2/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Y Passing Drill - Variation 1

Y Passing Drill - Variation 1

Develops players' ability to receive with an open body position, execute accurate passes, and transition quickly between roles. Encourages movement, decision-making, and proper body positioning when receiving the ball.


Age: 9+ Field: 15x20
Players: 5+ Focus: COMBINATION
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 6,189
Published: 2/19/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Y Passing Drill - Variation 2

Y Passing Drill - Variation 2

Develops passing accuracy, movement off the ball, and one-two combination play. Encourages quick decision-making, communication, and proper body positioning for receiving and distributing the ball.


Age: 9+ Field: 15X20
Players: 5+ Focus: COMBINATION
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: NO Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,210
Published: 3/9/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
Y Passing Drill - Variation 3

Y Passing Drill - Variation 3

Develops players' ability to execute quick one-two passes, play accurate long balls, and transition into new positions efficiently. Encourages decision-making and proper body positioning for receiving and distributing passes.


Age: 9+ Field: 20X20
Players: 6+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 15 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,930
Published: 3/16/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
2v1 with Keepers

2v1 with Keepers

Develops attacking players' ability to exploit numerical advantages in a 2v1 situation. Encourages defenders to delay and disrupt play while improving goalkeeper distribution and decision-making.


Age: 9-14 Field: 30X15
Players: 8+ Focus: GAME-LIKE
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: YES Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 3,180
Published: 3/17/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
3v3 Plus Keepers to Full-Size Goals

3v3 Plus Keepers to Full-Size Goals

This drill improves small-group attacking and defending, finishing under pressure, and goalkeeper distribution. It simulates game-like conditions in a compact space, encouraging quick decisions and dynamic play.


Age: 9+ Field: 40X30
Players: 8+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: YES Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 2,304
Published: 3/21/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
4v4 + Keeper to Full-Size Goals

4v4 + Keeper to Full-Size Goals

This drill simulates real match conditions by developing players' ability to attack, defend, and transition in small-sided play. It encourages quick decision-making, team communication, and finishing with the added challenge of goalkeepers.


Age: 9+ Field: 40X30
Players: 10+ Focus: Game-like
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 20 MINS.
Goalkeeper: YES Team
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,516
Published: 3/21/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
1v1 Corner Escape

1v1 Corner Escape

This drill sharpens a player’s ability to receive under pressure, recognize defensive cues, and dribble into space. It emphasizes decision-making, ball protection, and breaking away from pressure in tight areas.


Age: 9+ Field: 6X6
Players: 4+ Focus: ATTACKING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 10 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 9,378
Published: 4/1/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
3-Man Passing and Moving Warmup

3-Man Passing and Moving Warmup

This soccer drill sharpens short-range passing, encourages constant movement after the pass, and prepares players physically and mentally for training. It reinforces clean technique and fitness through repetition.


Age: 9+ Field: 10X10
Players: 3+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: MEDIUM Time: 10 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 2,018
Published: 5/8/2025 Author: Chris Johnson
3-Man Box Passing Warmup

3-Man Box Passing Warmup

This drill focuses on teaching players how to open up their body, scan the field, and play accurate passes while moving continuously. It helps reinforce technical habits that translate directly to in-game situations.


Age: 9+ Field: 10X10
Players: 3+ Focus: PASSING
Difficulty: Medium Time: 10 mins.
Goalkeeper: NO INDIVIDUAL
Rating: 0 / 5 Views: 4,352
Published: 5/8/2025 Author: Chris Johnson

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