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Mr Wolf Dribbling Challenge

Improve dribbling skills and spatial awareness through a fun game.

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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
  • Cones to mark the playing area
  • Balls for each player
Setup
  1. Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
  2. Group: 1 player starts on the start line at one end of the area, each with a ball
  3. Neutral: 1 black player designated as Mr Wolf, positioned on the opposite end line facing away from the group
  4. Equipment: cones marking the corners of the 20x20 yard area, 1 ball per player
Instructions
  1. Players shout, “What’s the time, Mr Wolf?”
  2. 'Mr Wolf' turns and calls out a number.
  3. Players dribble forward using the number of touches called.
  4. On 'Dinner Time' call, players turn and dribble back to the start without being tagged by 'Mr Wolf'.
Coaching Points
  • Encourage constant player engagement.
  • Foster an enjoyable and age-appropriate environment.
  • Highlight ball control using various foot parts.
  • Develop spatial awareness and movement.
  • Let the game guide learning while maintaining flow.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the number of touches allowed.
2. Increase the playing area to cover more space.
Make it easier:
1. Allow more touches per number call.
2. Decrease the playing area to simplify movement.
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