
Duration: 15 minutes Area: Approx 15x15m Equipment: 4 cones and one ball Setup: 4 cones in a square approx. 15mx15m (adjust for age/skill). 5 - 8 Players - 1 - 2 on each corner plus 1 extra on the starting corner Instructions: Player with ball passes to player at next cone Player runs towards second cone to receive pass back Player drops pass back to 1st player Player moves towards next cone and receives ball from previous player Repeat pattern
Coaching Hints: âCall for the ballâ Stand back from the cone to give space Anticipate player movement and pass slightly ahead
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