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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Balls
- Cones for marking the area
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones, size adjustable for player numbers
- Group: 1 player starts inside the area holding a ball in hands
- Equipment: Cones marking the corners of the 20x20 area, 1 ball per player
Instructions
- Players drop the ball onto one knee (thigh) and catch it.
- Alternate knees: drop on one knee, catch, then other knee, catch.
- Emphasize balance and technique.
- Encourage consistent repetition for skill improvement.
Coaching Points
- Encourage players consistently
- Maintain space awareness within the area
- Focus on close ball control
- Ensure the session is fun and age-appropriate
- Include all players in the session
- Facilitate practice rather than direct coaching
- Enhance basic ball manipulation skills
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the area size to allow for more movement.
2. Introduce alternating foot touches after each knee catch.
Make it easier:
1. Decrease the area size to limit movement.
2. Allow players to catch the ball with hands after each thigh touch.
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