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Speedball: a sticker of a soccer ball with speed lines behind it

Speedball Rules

A mix of soccer, basketball and football. A ball on the ground can only be kicked, but a ball caught in the air can be passed by hand.

  • Two teams
  • 30 min
  • A soccer ball and two goals
  • 4th to 8th grade
  • Lively
One page with all five steps

How to Play

5 steps
  1. Speedball, step 1: Set two goals

    Set two goals

    Use cones or goals at each end and split into two teams.

  2. Speedball, step 2: Ground ball is soccer

    Ground ball is soccer

    While the ball is on the ground, players may only kick it.

  3. Speedball, step 3: Air ball is handball

    Air ball is handball

    Kick it up to yourself or a teammate, and you can catch it and throw it.

  4. Speedball, step 4: No running with it

    No running with it

    Holding the ball, you can pivot but not run. Pass within three seconds.

  5. Speedball, step 5: Score

    Score

    Kick it into the goal for a point, or throw it across the end line to a teammate for two.

Ways to Change It Up

  • Soccer FirstStart with ground balls only, then add the air rule.
  • Small SidesPlay four against four on smaller fields so everyone touches the ball.

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