Netball: Ball Balance

Description

• Get into pairs with one ball 
• Stand directly facing each other approximately 1 meter apart
• Both stand one one leg (it can be either leg) and slightly bend your knee 
• Pass the ball between you 
• You can test your partner by throwing them high, low, out to the side etc. 
• Swap legs 

Coaching points

• Ensure you keep your core tight to help maintain your balance 
• If you or your partner is struggling pass to their body, so the pass is easier to receive
• This exercise is used to strengthen and stabilise your ankle and knee joint, as well as overall balance

Drill tags: balance, balls, injury prevention, one leg, partner, strength