corner taker gives a one hand signal for the routine they are to do. Ball will be drilled hard and low across the goal. Red player 1 will attack front post. Red player two will attack the centre of the goal.
Before we get the drill run in itâs entirety we need to start by just having the attackers so the can get a feel for the positions they need to be in. Once we add the defenders and the GK we should also use this as a session for defensive positioning and following your runners.
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