Soccer Hunter Ball # 2 Training Drill
Setup
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player
- 5-10 min
Rules & Objectives
- all players dribble inside playing area
- hunter tries to knock dribbler's ball out of the grid
- if ball gets knocked out, dribbler switches role with hunter
Variations
- vary number of hunters
- hunters must carry ball with their hands and win the ball from another player to switch roles
- all players are hunters and try knock each other's ball out of grid to score a point (player whose ball got kicked
- out must do 10 toe taps or juggles before he can rejoin the game
- 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
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
