Set Up:
Area size of 30x30
Blue cones randomly spread out in area
All players with a ball;
Delivery:
Players asked to dribble around the area avoiding any cones or other players.
Progression - Players asked to perform a skill each time they dribble close to a blue cone. Players can choose skill.
Progression 2 - Coach demonstrates a skill that is to be practiced. etc drop of shoulder/sidestep.
Coaching points:
Ensure players use both feet to dribble
Challenge players to dribble with eyes up and to use space.
When performing a skill ensure correct technique is used
Once skill is performed encourage players to accelerate away into space.
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