
In 5âs using ½ court Game type situation using 1 defender (GD/WD), a C, 2 attackers (GA/WA) and a GS From the centre circle to the shooting circle, 5 cones are placed diagonally across the court with a player standing by each cone in their appropriate positions Aim of drill is to practise sharp explosive movements to get free, receive the ball on the move and release it quickly - aiming for goal Each player should aim to receive the ball ahead of the previous player Drill starts with the C with ball in the centre circle The GD ready on toes drives forward to receive the first pass from the C While she is receiving the ball, the next player (WA) drives from the side to the centre channel to receive the second pass The GA then drives forwards to the circle edge to receive the third pass and the GS drives in towards goal for the final pass to score
Be aware and ready to move Once player before you receives the ball, drive forward with purpose into the space to receive the ball Give a quick release passing ahead so the player can run on to the ball Rotate positions on the court GA/GS switch positions Communicate where you want the ball
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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