Whole- Incorporating the dribble from a pivot, adding a variable to make it more game like situation.
Coaching Points (demo)
Make space by moving away from the defender, allows an easier pass receive.
Use the jump stop to set yourself for the pass.
Receive ball and pivot (1st step) to side where there is less pressure from defender (allows you more space)
Dribble with the ball until you get close to the pass receiver. Use hand which is opposite side to defender to make sure defender can’t intercept ball.
Progressions
Perform drill.
Explain the importance of pivoting into space to allow you to dribble and therefore attack with purpose.(demo)
Add a 2nd attacker and 2nd defender. Both attackers must touch the ball.
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