Set up a small pitch with two goals - one at each end.
Split the players into two teams of equal ability and give each player on the teams a number - so there should be a number 1 on both teams for example. The coach shouts a number and the players of that number will enter the pitch the pitch for a one v one.
The aim is to dribble the ball over the goal line. Make sure you shout the numbers in a random order so it isn't 1,2,3,4 but 1,4,3,2 for example. Make sure everyone has their number called the same amount of times.
Progressions
Increase the players so shout two or three numbers. Change from dribbling over the line to shooting but dribbling is worth more points. Add a second ball - halfway through while they are playing.
Discussion
Why does we, including the coach, need to make sure that everyone is included in the activities?
in more ways than one
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