Driven Pass Ladder

A driven instep pass that travels flat and fast over increasing distance, plus the touch to kill it.

Mark zones at 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 yards. Pairs start at the 10-yard zone.

1. Pairs exchange driven passes; three clean exchanges moves both players back one zone.
2. A bobbled pass or heavy touch sends the pair forward one zone — quality controls the ladder.
3. First pair to complete three exchanges at the 30-yard zone wins.
4. Repeat with the weaker foot from closer zones.

• Strike through the ball's middle with a locked ankle — laces, not toe.
• Follow through low to keep the flight flat.
• Receivers move to meet the ball, cushioning with the first touch out in front.
• Standing foot placement sets the direction — plant it at the target.

• Leaning back lifts the ball — chest over the ball at contact.
• Power comes from a long wild swing — short, fast strike beats a big windup.
• Receivers stand and wait for the bounce — attack the ball before it bounces twice.

• One-touch returns at closer zones.
• Receiver must control with the back foot and pass with the second touch.
• Hit a one-yard gate at each distance.

• Shorter ladder, softer passes.
• Two touches to control allowed.
• Roll the ball by hand to groove the receiving touch.

• The pass must stay below head height — anything floated is a reset.