Soccer Cone Dribbling # 5 Training Drill

Setup

  • cones to mark off area
  • each player outside grid with a ball
  • 5-10 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players throw ball to another player inside grid who controls it and dribbles to next group to his right

Variations

  • first player runs without a ball to the group to his left, receives the ball and dribbles to next group in a clockwise direction
  • vary ways of receiving the ball (head, chest, knee etc.)
  • vary service (high, low, with or without spin etc.)
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

  • close control
  • good first touch into space
  • verbal and visual communication

Difficulty: Beginner

Emphasis: Dribbling

Number of Players: 9+

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

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