Suitable sized square in relation to the number of players. 1/2 Goals placed facing the coach who begins with the balls. Players are split into two teams and are given numbers 1-5 (depending on how many players).
When a players number is called they must run in a straight line, through the gate and into the area where the coach plays a ball. Players play off against their opposite number and must try and score in one of the goals. Encourage close control and the use of the laces to shoot on goal.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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