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Turning and Skill Development Drill

Enhance ball control and decision-making through various turns and techniques.

Ball Control15-167-89-1011-1213-14Seniorgroup1 players minimumstarstarstarstarstar4.6 (27)
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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Balls
  • Cones (20x20 yard area)
Setup
  1. Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
  2. Group: 1 player starts inside the area with a ball, spaced freely to practice turns
  3. Equipment: Cones marking the corners of the 20x20 yard area, 1 ball for the player
Instructions
  1. Players dribble within the marked area using three touches between each turn.
  2. Start by practicing the first turn technique with a stationary ball.
  3. Increase the speed of touches once comfortable.
  4. Introduce additional ball manipulation techniques as players improve.
  5. Combine multiple moves on command for added complexity.
  6. Transition the practice to mimic in-game scenarios focusing on timing and skill usage.
  7. Encourage using the less dominant foot throughout the stages.
Coaching Points
  • Maintain close ball control
  • Use disguise in moves
  • Keep head up to increase awareness
  • Focus on acceleration post-turn
  • Develop both feet equally
  • Ensure fluid movements
  • Observe timing and correctly execute turns
  • Keep knees slightly bent for balance and agility
  • Continuously scan the area while in motion
  • Encourage a positive attitude toward learning
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the practice area size to increase difficulty.
2. Require players to perform turns under time pressure.
Make it easier:
1. Allow more touches between turns.
2. Increase practice area size for more space.
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