Position 2 teams of 3 players in opposite corners of the grid and number them from 1 to 3. When the coach calls out a players number that player in each team runs around the grid and enters through the side gate.The players with the ball have to then try and knock over the cones on the oppositions goal line.
> Focus on Accuracy not power. > Decision make: Instep, laces, outside of the boot. > Shooting at the earliest opportunity.
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