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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:
The group is positioned in a grid 20 yards x 20 yards. Each player has a ball. The practice starts with the players dribbling their ball freely around the inside of the grid. The players must instantly react to a series of commands from the coach.

 

The commands are; 

Stop – Players must stop the ball using the sole of the foot.
Turn – Players must change direction 180 degrees.
Step Over – Players perform a step over move over the ball.
Fake – Players must fake to pass or cross the ball.
Explode – Players must change speed rapidly into an open area.

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.

  • Use a variety of foot surfaces to manipulate the ball.






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