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Objective of the Practice:
This practice is designed to improve each player’s controlling technique while turning with the ball.
Field Preparation:
 Grid 10 x 10 yards. 2 players. Cones. 1 Ball.
Coaching Points:
Two players are positioned in a grid 10 yards x 10 yards. Each player has a ball. The first player starts the practice by playing the ball into the center of the grid. The player follows the pass, controls and turns as quickly as possible and returns to their starting position. Their partner then repeats the practice.
The speed of the practice should be increased gradually.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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Pass the ball firmly into the center of the grid.
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Control and turn ball using either the inside or outside of the foot.
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Get the ball out of the feet far enough to enable to run comfortably in the intended direction.
- Get the head up and scan the play as the ball is directed out of the feet.
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