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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- - Poles
- - Cones
- - Ball
Setup
- Area: Six-yard box and the area up to the edge of the 18-yard box
- Goals: One large goal centred on the goal line behind the six-yard box
- Group: 1 yellow goalkeeper starts on the edge of the six-yard box, centred between the two poles
- Coach: 1 grey coach positioned just inside the 18-yard box, facing the goalkeeper
- Equipment: 2 poles placed on the edge of the six-yard box marking the goalkeeper's central starting point, 2 cones placed inside the six-yard box, one near each post
Instructions
- The goalkeeper shuffles to touch one cone, returns to the center between the poles, and sets the position.
- As the goalkeeper sets position, the coach serves the ball for the goalkeeper to save.
- The goalkeeper repeats the drill, shuffling to the alternate cone.
Coaching Points
- Ensure correct technique is used for shuffling and setting.
- Command the six-yard box confidently.
- Prepare hands before handling the ball.
- Use explosive movements for shuffling.
- Assess angle, distance, and flight of the ball accurately.
- Maintain quick and positive take-off and collection.
- Stay focused, organized, and light on feet.
- Evaluate performance, ensuring high-speed actions with quality.
- Allow adequate rest between repetitions.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the distance between cones and poles.
2. Serve the ball at different heights and speeds.
3. Introduce a second ball for a double save scenario.
Make it easier:
1. Decrease the distance between cones and poles.
2. Serve the ball at a consistent pace and height.
3. Allow more time for the goalkeeper to set before the serve.
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