Skip Passing - Over Defender Exchange

Instructions

1. 1Arrange 6 players in two lines 20m apart (3 on each side)
2. 2Position 2 defenders in the middle as obstacles
3. 3P1 skip-passes over defenders to P5 (skip-passing P2)
4. 4P5 receives and skip-passes back to P2 (skip-passing P6)
5. 5P2 skip-passes to P6, continuing the sequence
6. 6Defenders move to intercept but focus on pass accuracy
7. 7Increase difficulty by narrowing lane between lines
8. 8Perform 3-4 exchanges per round, then switch sides

Coaching Points

• Release the ball from a high point to clear defenders — don't loft it from chest height
• Read the defender's position before releasing; the skip pass loses value if telegraphed
• Receiver: step toward the ball and catch with two hands — don't wait for it to arrive
• Keep the pass flat and fast — a slow arc gives the defender time to recover and intercept
• Call your receiver's name as you release so they can track the ball early