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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Markers for the playing area
- A ball per player
- Additional cones for skill practice
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area (adjust size based on number of players)
- Group: 1 player (minimum) spaced evenly across the area, each with a ball, dribbling freely
- Equipment: Cones marking the corners/boundary of the 20x20 area, plus additional cones scattered randomly within the area for skill practice
Instructions
- Players dribble freely within the area.
- On the coach's signal, players perform a tight circle turn using a specified foot.
- Players resume dribbling in the original direction.
- Include additional skills such as stopping the ball, or dribbling around a cone, and returning to their original position.
Coaching Points
- Encourage players consistently.
- Develop awareness of available space.
- Maintain close control of the ball.
- Ensure the session is enjoyable.
- Use the game as a teaching tool.
- Instruct on different foot techniques.
- Vary the speed of ball movement.
- Foster understanding of spatial awareness.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the size of the playing area.
2. Add specific dribbling sequences or patterns.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the size of the playing area.
2. Allow players more time to perform each skill.
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