Teaching Football Skills Shooting Shooting Drills Lower Ability Shooting Purpose of the Drill Shoot the ball as far as possible, using the correct technique. Steps 1. Set up cones at 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-meter intervals. Cone distance can vary, depending on athlete ability level. 2. Line up and shoot the ball as far as possible. 3. Record distance. Lower Ability Shooting Accuracy Purpose of the Drill Accurately shoot through two cones, using correct shooting techniques. Steps 1. 2. 3. 4. Set up two cones 2 meters apart at a distance of 5 meters. Player shoots through cones (goals). Five shots per player. Record goals accurately scored, using correct technique. Lower Ability – Shoot Out! Purpose of the Drill Allows players to shoot in game-like situations. Allows players to position themselves before shooting. Special Olympics Football Coaching Guide Created: February 2004 79