Focus: Main Focus: Dribbling Top Tips: Observation Keep ball close when congested Knock it further head for quicker movement when less congested Turns - drag back, stop/turn, hook turn, cut back Organisation Initial Set-up Set out a square with cones or markers One ball per player Spread the players evenly around the square Dribble across the square performing a turn at the opposite side and repeat First to six wins Progression Use handicap system to allow less capable players to compete
Outcomes: Technical Dribbling Turning Physical Movement Agility Balance Co-ordination Social Teamwork Communication Psychological Focus Decision making Observation
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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