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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Soccer balls (one per player)
- Cones or markers (for area boundaries)
Setup
- Area: 20x20 yard area marked with cones
- Group: 1 black player with a ball, spaced evenly with other players inside the area
- Coach: 1 grey coach positioned inside the area, moving between players to apply pressure
- Equipment: Cones or markers marking the four corners of the 20x20 yard area
Instructions
- Players dribble within the area using both feet.
- As the coach approaches, players execute a turn and continue dribbling.
- Encourage players to use different types of turns as they improve.
Coaching Points
- Encourage player participation and enjoyment.
- Focus on spatial awareness within the area.
- Emphasize close ball control.
- Use various parts of the foot for ball handling.
- Adjust speed according to the situation.
- Let games guide learning through play.
- Ensure the session is suitable for the players' age and skill level.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Reduce the playing area size.
2. Introduce a time limit for performing turns.
3. Add defenders to apply pressure.
Make it easier:
1. Increase the playing area size.
2. Allow players to practice turns without pressure.
3. Provide demonstration and guidance on turns.
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