Community | Right-side diving

DESCRIPTION

This activity is designed for beginner-intermediate U12-U13 players Procedure: Explain that the GK will practice right-side diving, and outfielders will practice 1) shooting low to left corner, and 2) reverse blocks Outfielders in pairs, standing 15m apart. Practice hitting/pushing to each other. Partner must receive by stopping ball on their reverse side. Meanwhile, give GK tips on right-side diving (see below). Pass-and-follow drill as per diagram. First outfielder carries to backline, receiver blocks on reverse, then passes to edge of D, next player passes to top-D player who shoots low to far left corner. Variations: If group is large, have half the group play a 3v3 game on the side, then have groups swap over after 5 mins. Score by carrying over opponent's backline. Optional: reverse stick carry/block only.

COACHING POINTS

GK right-side diving tips: It's actually falling rather than diving (unless you’re saving a top-corner shot, in which case you have to push off with your legs) First step forward off the line to make goal smaller. Raise your right leg slightly. Drop your shoulder on the diving side + fall on your hip. Fall in a 45 deg angle towards the ball's trajectory, not parallel to goal-line. Stay facing forwards, i.e. don’t reach around with your left shoulder/arm. Stretch your hand/stick to the ball Recover as quickly as possible to the ready position. Outfielders tips: Reverse block: Grip stick in middle using your left hand Plant it upright on the ground on your left side Shooting: Focus on finding the corner, then work on increasing ball pace

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PROGRESSION

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