Set out a pitch approximately 10m x 20m. Players lined up behind the goal. When the coach rolls the ball in to either team the player with the ball must dribble past their opponent and shoot at goal. Place a cone 5 rds in front of each goal so players have to dribble past the cone before they can shoot (ensuring that players have to use their skills and dribbling ability).
First touch out of feet Be positive Choose a skill early and commit head up and move fast
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