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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- 1 marker cone
- 3 soccer balls
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area with one corner marked by a cone
- Group: 4 players start lined up facing the cone, Player 1 at the front without a ball, Players 2, 3 and 4 behind in line each holding a ball
- Equipment: 1 marker cone marking one corner of the area, 3 soccer balls held by Players 2, 3 and 4
Instructions
- Player 1 receives the ball from Player 2 and dribbles towards the cone.
- Upon reaching the cone, Player 1 performs a turn and dribbles to join the back of the line.
- As Player 1 turns, Player 3 passes to Player 2, who repeats the movement pattern.
- Ensure players execute the drill with proper technique and maintain speed.
Coaching Points
- Ensure close ball control using both feet.
- Keep the head up to assess space and options.
- Use body shape effectively during turns and pivots.
- Accelerate after completing a turn to exploit space quickly.
- Encourage positive decision-making and diverse dribbling techniques.
- Focus on the end product, like precise passing or shooting.
- Incorporate disguise moves and clever turning techniques for unpredictability.
- Instill confidence in dribbling under pressure.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Use a smaller playing area to enhance precision.
2. Introduce a passive defender near the cone to challenge turns.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the size of the playing area for more room.
2. Allow players to walk through the drill to focus on technique.
3. Remove the ball for Player 1 initially to emphasize movement patterns.
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