Exercise Objectives:
This practice is designed to develop each players dribbling skills with an emphasis on finding space behind the defender. |
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Field Preparation
 Small Group of Players
Area 10 x 20 yards
Supply of Balls
Cones |
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Coaching Pointers:
Three players with a ball each are positioned on the end line of a grid 10 yards x 20 yards. A defender is placed on the halfway line. On the coaches command, the players dribble as quickly as possible and try to get to the opposite end line while avoiding the defender. A goal is awarded for each successful attempt. The drill is then repeated from the opposite side. If a player is disposed by the defender, they then take the role as the defender.
The defender must always start from the halfway line. He may not recover past the halfway line to chase a player who has beaten him.
The coach should emphasize the following coaching points:
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- Maintain close control over the ball.
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- Use the outside and inside of the foot to dribble and change direction of the ball.
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- Use a change of speed and direction.
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- Use head fake and body movements to disguise your intentions.
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- Don’t keep the eye’s fixed on the ball. Scan the horizon.
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