
Coach passes the ball to the middle of the field. A player from each team tries to get to the ball first to start the 1v1. Notes: Set which goal to attack/defend Set the playerâs starting position and possible course Add an extra goal Set a point system Set if extra players come in
Reaction time Change of direction/pace Read opponentâs intention Challenge to beat
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
Possession without purpose is pointless. These drills combine ball retention with physical conditioning to create teams that dominate and outlast opponents.
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