Moving the ball with vision:
Dribble round 4 zigzag cones set up from 25 to D. Strike at goal at top D. Set up at both ends of pitch.
3 lines at edge of D as per last week.
Progression:
V-drag
3D skills at cones
Tactical:
Ball carry position
Choice of pass: push short distances, slap long distances, hit to strike
Avoid passing through contact
Advanced players:
Positive feet
Create 2v1s
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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