Call and Response Drill
Builds clear verbal cues between CB, wings, and line player during movement. Early calls create safer passing angles and prevent lane collisions.
10 min
4-6 players
Beginner0.00s / 4.30s
Instructions
- 1Player 1 starts with ball near left sideline
- 2Players call out "Open Left" or "Open Right" to indicate ready
- 3P1 passes to P2 who has called their position
- 4P3 calls for ball and moves to open space
- 5Continue passing with verbal coordination
- 6End with shot on goal
Coaching Points
- Call loudly and clearly before moving — your teammate must hear you
- Give a specific position call: 'Open left wing' not just 'Open'
- Make eye contact with the passer before cutting
- Move as soon as you call — don't wait for acknowledgment
- The receiver calls, the passer decides — respect that split of responsibility