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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Cone
- Soccer balls
Setup
- Area: 50x50 yard area marked with cones, with one cone in the center.
- Group: 4 players, split into four lines of 1 with each line positioned at the midpoint of a different side of the area, facing the center cone.
- Equipment: 1 cone marking the center of the area, 1 soccer ball held by the first player in each of the four lines.
Instructions
- The first player in each line sprints towards the center cone with the ball.
- On reaching the cone, the player turns quickly and passes the ball back to the next player in their line.
- The player then re-joins the end of the line.
- Ensure the activity is repeated with high intensity.
Coaching Points
- Use the laces to push the ball while sprinting.
- Maintain stride and minimize touches.
- Develop quick turns with the head up.
- Identify the best times to exploit open spaces.
- Balance technical skill with tactical awareness.
- Focus on a positive and aggressive approach to space.
- Differentiate running with the ball from dribbling.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Decrease the size of the practice area to limit space.
2. Introduce a defender to pressure the players.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the area to allow more space for mistakes.
2. Allow additional touches for better control.
3. Remove the requirement to return the ball to the next player in line.
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