Position 2 players in opposite corners of the area. Repeat in 2 other areas for a total of 12 players.
Player 1 dribbles to the cone, does a turn, sprints to the next cone, turns and makes a pass. Follow the pass to force player 2 to get the ball out of his feet. Work both directions to use both feet.
Turns to use: Outside, Inside, Cruyff, Stop Turn, Rivelino, Step Over.
Speed away from the cone; slow down towards the cone.
Get low and have a wide stance.
Get the ball out of your feet.
Be on your toes as you receive the ball.
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