
Set up a square with cones 18m x 18m. The coach (Blue) hits the ball as high as the drill warrants, aiming to land it inside the square. The player (red) needs to run in and catch the ball and return it to the keeper.
For lower level beginners use a tennis raquet and balls to promote soft hands and lessen the chance of injury.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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