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What's the best ball skill to stop players (ages 5-10) all running towards the ball and enabling them to create space and bring the ball through the court
10 passes to score
DESCRIPTION
1 team starts with the ball and tries and make 10 consecutive passes. The other team can send 1 or 2 players across to try and win the ball for their side. If the other team wins possession back for their team the roles reverse in other area (10 passes scores a point.)
10 passes to score
DESCRIPTION
1 team starts with the ball and tries and make 10 consecutive passes. The other team can send 1 or 2 players across to try and win the ball for their side. If the other team wins possession back for their team the roles reverse in other area (10 passes scores a point.)
Salena MilesCoach, England
ANSWERS
Cam HughesCoach, England
Hi Salena, to help young players (ages 5-10) stop running towards the ball and create space, I recommend focusing on drills that emphasize movement and decision-making. One effective drill is the "Creating Space - Conditioned Game," which encourages players to drive onto the ball and find space through zig-zag movements. This helps them understand how to maintain spacing and bring the ball through the court effectively .
Additionally, the "Move into space Decision making" drill can be beneficial. It involves setting up grids where players pass the ball to teammates moving into space, promoting awareness and strategic positioning .
You can explore these drills further on Sportplan:
These activities should help your young players improve their spatial awareness and teamwork on the court.
