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Equipment, Setup & Instructions
Equipment
- Balls
- Cones
Setup
- Area: 22x16 yard area marked with cones
- Group: 6 players lined up in a single file inside the area, ordered by passing ability with better passers forming the longer end of the line, one player at the very front holding the ball and one player at the very back, the remaining players positioned between them with legs straddled to form a tunnel
- Equipment: Cones marking the four corners of the 22x16 yard area, 1 ball starting with the front player in the line
Instructions
- The front player passes the ball through the tunnel to the player at the back.
- The first player then joins the start of the tunnel.
- The last player dribbles to the front of the line.
- The next player at the back receives the ball and repeats the sequence.
- Continue until each player has passed through the line.
Coaching Points
- Ensure players stay hydrated regularly.
- Communicate effectively within the team.
- Gradually increase the intensity.
- Demand precise passing and receiving technique.
- Maintain a high heart rate to warm up muscles.
- Begin warms-ups progressively, adapting to main session relevance.
- Keep the activity engaging and realistic.
- Emphasize warming up properly for optimal performance.
Variations
Make it harder:
1. Increase the length of the tunnel for more challenging passes.
2. Reduce the width of the playing area to demand quicker decisions.
3. Use only weaker foot for passing.
Make it easier:
1. Decrease the length of the tunnel for simpler passes.
2. Allow players to slow down the pace.
3. Use larger cones as targets to guide passing.
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