Playing at match intensity, across the 25, pass and follow until final dribble & shot on goal. Race to get all players back to centre line. Run to meet the ball, pass on the move, body low on pass, prescan for direction of pass, ball opposite left foot. Progression = rollout on receiving the ball before passing.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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Pre-season fitness fades fast once the league starts. Build conditioning into ball work and use rolling subs well to keep your squad sharp all season.
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