Depending of age and group number the channel created with cones can be adjusted accordingly. Dribbling at full speed in a straight line while maitaining control of the ball First channel is inteded for long running strides advancing the ball in short distances while maintaining control Second channel for shorter steps (2 step touch) while staying on top of the ball and at your feet at all times while still advancing at full speed Return back to line and recover from runs while other players go next
Body position is key Proper touch Head up/awareness Knowing the difference of which dribbling style to implement at the specific time is key. Open space vs short space/1v1 Add variaty by having players do the same runs zig zaging through the cones Add dificulty by restricting the use of both feet, instep or outstep
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