Intense handling drill suitable for U10 upwards. Requires at least 16 players. Also requires players to scan, anticipate and communicate to prevent exercise breaking down.
Lay out a grid using cones, approx 8x8m. Place 4 players on each corner of the grid; give the first player on each corner a ball. Set the players off running a standard 4-ball Auckland cross. Once a rhythm is established, give an additional ball to two of the waiting players and set them off in opposite directions around the perimeter of the grid. How long does it take for organisation to break down?
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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