3 balls are set on the cones. The player runs to each cone, slides and hits the ball without dropping the cone.
In this drill, the player works on sliding action. The coach should tell players to run as fast as possible because it will help them to make a smooth slide. Additionally, the coach should tell players to keep the upper body straight to maintain proper balance.
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