Static, side footed, short passes between therapist and player
Progress > Moving passes
> Longer distance passes
> Volleys
> Greater velocity
Passing with laces, short distances between therapist and player
Progress > Longer distance passes
> Volleys, quick feet through ladders, hurdles, L/R command
> Static heading the ball between therapist and play - predicted then unpredicted
Double footed in ladder working laterally facing therapist. Volley in each section of ladder using L/R foot or header. (Speed & agility)
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