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Objective of the Practice:
This practice is designed to improve each player’s ability in ball control. The emphasis is placed on “Cushion Control using the Feet or Thighs”.
Field Preparation:
 Grid 20 x 20 yards. Groups of 2 players. Cones. 1 Ball per group.
Coaching Points:
Two players with one ball. The players are positioned facing each other about 5 yards apart. The player with the ball starts the practice by rolling the ball along the ground for their partner to control using the inside of the foot. They can also gently throw the ball to their partners thigh. The player controlling the ball should get behind the flight of the ball. On contact with the ball, the player immediately withdraws the foot or thigh, taking the pace off the ball, and cushioning it. The player then passes the ball back to the server.
Players can keep score, one point for every successful control.
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