Autosave 65588

Set up cones in lines so there are a number of pairs of gates in a row down the pitch. Split the group so there are small numbers (say 3) to each pair of gates, as shown in the diagram. Ask the players to dribble the ball in a straight line to the players at the other gate. Dont want the players to pass the ball but to dribble it all the way to the end of the gate before letting the othe rplayer have the ball. Remember to give clear and consise explaination of the drill. Start from the ready position with feet sholder width apart and bending knees, keeping back straight (toilet seat postion). Following principles of dribbling: Grip: Double V Grip with left hand at the top and right hand in the middle of the stick. Stick: Needs to be away from the body, manage thios by moving the left hand away from the body (dont say elbow out as this can be confuising and may not be comforatble for the players), can use reading a watch as an example. Stick head should be on the ground and presented to the ball. Ball: If you consider player as the centre of a clock face the ball should be at 2 o'clock, out in from of the player and in contact with the stick at all times. Body: Players need to maintain the low position of bended knees (from ready position). keeping head up so as to see the pitch as well as the ball (push the more capable players to try and not look at the ball when dribbling but to use peripherals to see the ball). Balance: make sure the player is balanced as they run and not learning too much in any direction. Give a demonstration of the drill before starting asking them to do it. Give continuous feedback to the players and correct any issues spotted so as to ensure they all have the basics understood. reinforce learning with the key points after the drill and at end of session.