
To begin the session warm-up by having all the players practice keep-ups if there are not enough football partner the plaeyrs up with a ball between two and alternate goes. do this for two-three minutes after all the players have arrived. once warmed up then split th.e players into two even teams if there is an uneven number then create a magic man and switch them after evert goal or after every minute which ever happens first. the aim of the drill is to score goals by completeing and controlling a pass in the end zone that will be arked out by cones.
Constantly on the move. keeping the head up. passing and moving. be aware of who is around you.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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