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Dribbling Truck and Trailer

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Exercise Objectives:
This practice is designed to improve the player’s technical ability when dribbling and running with the ball.
 
Field Preparation
   Entire Group
   Area 20 x 20 yards
   Supply of Balls
   Cones
 
Coaching Pointers:
Divide the group into pairs with each player having a ball. The group is positioned in a grid 20 yards x 20 yards. First player is the “truck” the second player the “trailer”. On the coach’s command the “trailer” must follow the “truck” as closely as possible around the grid. The “truck” must change speed and direction as much as possible. Players reverse roles when the coach shouts ‘change”. Players must avoid colliding with other teams within the grid. 

The coach should emphasize the following coaching points: 
  • Maintain control over the ball at all times.

  • Use a change of speed and direction.

  • Keep your head up and scan the field.






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