Coaching Pointers:
Three players are placed in a square 10 x 10 yards. Two act as defenders, one as an attacker.
The drill begins when player (2) passes the ball to player (1). When player (1) touches the ball, players (2 & 3)
apply passive pressure on player (1).
The objective is for player (1) to shield the ball for 10 seconds in the corner of the square, with emphasis on using his upper body. Player (2 & 3) are not trying to win the ball, just apply pressure. The players must have upper body contact. After 10 seconds rotate the drill with a different player being the attacker.Rotate players, so each player has the opportunity to be the player with the ball.
Focus On:
Many players at all levels of ability, neglect the importance of using their arms when protecting the ball. Teach the player to "lock their first" and make their arms hard, like an "iron bar". Their arms should be extended fully to create a greater distance between them and the defender. The arm arms should be rigid, not loose and down by their side. |
