Game related practice â Using same groups from the warm up, make two lines in front of two goals, 1 player by each goal. Player runs up and controls the ball with chest, then thigh and pass or volley into goal. 1 point for using five or less touches.
Keep on the toes Throw ball around chest height Positive first touch Keep knee over the ball when shooting
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