One attacker, one defender. Attacker has ball and tries to get to one cone before defender. Defender tries to get foot to cone before attacker. 30 seconds then change roles. Score points to add competitiveness.
Balance, react quickly to attackers movement, look at ball all times
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
Pre-season is your one window to build a real engine. This July, ditch the endless laps and learn how to condition your players with a ball at their feet.
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