Soccer Zic Zac #3 Training Drill

Setup

  • cones to mark off area
  • 1 ball per group
  • 5-15 min

Rules & Objectives

  • players dribble around specific cones on coach's command
  • first player to stop his ball dead at the tall yellow cone is awarded a point for his group

Variations

  • specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
  • players perform a move in front of each cone which is called out
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points

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

Difficulty: Intermediate

Emphasis: Dribbling

Number of Players: 8+

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

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