CONTROL TO CORNER
SET UP:
• 5 players plus a coach; 1 ball.
• 4 numbered players (1-4), plus 1 receiver and 1 coach/server.
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Numbered players stand behind gates set up at each of the 4 corners, with the receiver in the middle. • “Go!” – coach/server passes the ball to the receiver and calls out a number from 1-4. The receiver scores a point if he/she uses only 2 touches to control the ball and pass it through the gate to the teammate with that number.
• “Switch!” – players swap roles after 5 turns.
OPTIONS:
• Instead of a ground pass, the coach/ server bounces or throws the ball so the receiver has to control it with the foot, thigh, chest or head before passing. This might be better for older age groups
• “How fast can you pass?” – Receiver gets 5 seconds to control and pass.
• “Make it quick!” – Coach/server delays calling the number until the receiver gets the ball to force a quick decision.
PROGRESSION:
• Receiver passes to the next corner player to the right (45 degree)
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