This game can be used in pretty much any ball related sport. (eg, football, basketball).
Players will be only allowed in one area, which is the coned area. Players need to dribble around, whilst dribbling have try and kick the ball from their opponents.
points to make clear:
all players must have a ball and be dribbling.
This drill which teach them why the need to keep their head's up at all times, so they can see any opponent coming on.
The ball wants to stay close to they feet, this is one of the questions you could ask, why it's important to have your head up and ball close to your feet.
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