The main focus of this drill is ensure that the students see the value in taking the touch, and dumping the ball correctly. To set this drill up, place 3 markers in the shape of a triangle. Have all the students line up on the marker by itself and have the coaches on the markers beside each other. The student is to run up to either of the coaches and take the the touch, then play the ball correctly (Not using foot). This process is repeated at least 3 times.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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