
2 lines. One line of attackers, one line of defenders. 1v1, with or without GK. Attackers (ATT) must slalom through the cones then drag left or right before attacking goal. Defenders (blue) must jump over the hurdles (or step through a ladder) and recover to protect goal.
Try to pair similar ability players together. Encourage ATT to change direction or dummy before dragging ball wide at the red cones. Defenders: try to keep attacker out of the circle. GK: when GK makes a save, coach (in grey) throws or bounces a ball at goal for GK to save on the rebound Progressions: 2v1: 1 ATT waiting in the circle. 2v2: 1 DEF +1 ATT waiting in the circle. Based on this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xgkqmS6qtEc&list=PLvBkIbHr1EkTs14E8Oaiot48LaU5h0CgJ&index=10
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