Soccer Tricks and Turns # 3 Training Drill
Setup
- cones to mark off area
- 1 ball per player
- 10-15 min
Rules & Objectives
- on coach's command players stop the ball and then explode into space
- players pass the ball 4 times between the feet then roll it to the side with the sole of the foot
- players dribble with laces and then stop the ball with the sole of the foot after 4-5 touches
- players dribble with the laces - 2 short strides, 2 long strides - stop the ball with the sole of the foot
- coach shows specific move, and players try to copy
- players perform a “stop and go” move
- players perform “drag back sweep” move
- players perform scissors move
- coach picks players to demonstrate their favourite tricks
Variations
- let kids come up with their own fakes
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot
- deception
- change of speed &direction
- acceleration
- close control
- soft touch
- creativity
Difficulty: Intermediate
Emphasis: Ball Control, Dribbling
Number of Players: 4+
Age Group: 12 to 15, 5 to 7, 8 to 11
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