Dribbling and Shooting Game:
Set Up:
Add goals ( 1 goal per 6 players to avoid long waits)
Vary distances (cone space, distance from starting point goal) based on level / age of players
Drill Instructions:
Players should utilize the variety of skills learnt during the warm up sessions and manoeuvre around the cones as shown in the diagram. The player is only allowed to shoot once he passes the last cone and if the player made use of a dribbling skill.
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