Soccer Dribbling Warm Up # 8 Training Drill

Setup

  • grid (20yds x 30yds)
  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per player
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • different types of dribbling
  • speed dribbling (slow, medium, fast etc.)
  • take a touch every step
  • change direction every four dribbles
  • short - short - long dribbling

Variations

  • specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, sole, left or right foot only etc.)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • agility and balance
  • contact surface of foot
  • change of direction and speed
  • close control

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling

Number of Players: 5+

Age Group: 12 to 15, 16+, 5 to 7, 8 to 11

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