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Under 9 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Quality age-appropriate soccer drills for kids in the U9, Under 9, 9 and Under age group.

Under 9 Soccer Drills, Games, and Exercises

Soccer drills for kids ages 9 and under emphasize skill development and game awareness through fun and engaging activities. This page offers drills designed to improve ball control, passing accuracy, and teamwork in a supportive learning environment.

UNDER 9 SOCCER DRILLS, GAMES, AND EXERCISES

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: 9,574
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: 2,201
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: 4,609
Published: 5/8/2025 Author: Chris Johnson

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