Players divided to 4 stations as shown in the image. Players stand on the side of a goal post. Each goal post is marked with a colored bib. Each player with a ball. Create a square with 4 cones each one with a different color. PROGRESSION Player in the center square needs to react to two different directions given by one of his teammates situated on the side of the post. For example the first color shouted is linked to one of the colored cones in the center. The player has to react quickly touch the colored cone and return to his starting position. The second color shouted is linked to the bib on each goal post. If for example the second color shouted is yellow the player in the middle has to make a good first touch towards the right post with the yellow bib and take a shot. Same sequence with all for players situated near the posts. All players enter the middle square.
Good passing First touch Directional touch Speed Reaction Vision
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