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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- 20x20 yard practice area
- One ball per player
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area
- Group: 1 red outfield player starts with right foot on top of the ball, spaced evenly within the area
- Equipment: One ball per player
Instructions
- Players pull the ball back across their body with the right foot.
- Push the ball outward with the inside of the left foot.
- Stop the ball with the sole of the left foot.
- Pull it back across the body and push it outward with the right foot, forming a 'V' shape.
- Progress to include quicker movements and additional techniques.
Coaching Points
- Maintain close control of the ball
- Keep head up to increase awareness
- Encourage a positive attitude
- Focus on correct technique
- Increase speed as skill develops
- Keep knees slightly bent
- Stay light on your feet
- Gradually increase speed and fluency
- Master and refine each technique
- Use quick glances instead of constantly looking down
- Enhance touch, balance, and coordination through practice
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the speed of the exercise.
2. Integrate additional ball control moves.
3. Execute transitions on a coach's command.
Make it easier:
1. Start with a stationary ball.
2. Use only one foot to initiate the movement initially.
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