Procedure Players start in the middle Players pass the ball L/R to the HALF HALF traps the ball, runs at pace to the DEF & drags/jinks then proceeds to final cone HALF passes the ball to the leading FWD Leading FWD deflects into goal or 1:1 with GK Cycle Through Drill Zone 1 (Centre Pass) Zone 2 (Goal Shot) Zone 3 (Half & Drag) Zone 1 (Centre Pass)
Pass from centre to HALF needs to be firm, fast & accurate Players (HALF & Leading FWD) should focus on loud calling & calling the lead HALF's need to trap the ball side on, facing the direction of the goal (back to sideline) Angle of deflections Variations Remove the set of 3 cones & replace with DEF, creating 1:1 opportunity In addition to DEF HALF add a FB who engages a 1:2 with the attackers
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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