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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Cones
- Balls
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
- Group: 1 red outfield player lined up on one side of the area, each with a ball
- Coach: 1 grey coach with a ball positioned in the center of the area
- Equipment: Cones marking the corners of the 20x20 yard area, balls for each player and the coach
Instructions
- Players dribble their balls across the area one group at a time.
- The coach tries to hit the players' balls out while dribbling.
- Players whose balls are hit join the coach in the center.
- Continue until only one player remains.
Coaching Points
- Encourage players throughout the drill.
- Focus on spatial awareness.
- Maintain close ball control.
- Create an engaging and fun environment.
- Encourage use of different foot parts.
- Adapt drill relevance based on player age.
- Prioritize player involvement.
- Allow the game to teach skills organically.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area size.
2. Allow the coach to move faster.
3. Add a second coach as a lion.
Make it easier:
1. Increase playing area size.
2. Use a softer or lighter ball for the coach.
3. Allow players to shield their ball for a few seconds when targeted.
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