Set out different coloured pairs of markers (Quantity dependant on size of session). Split group into pairs. In their pairs they make their way round the course one behind the other. The leader dribbles the ball through the cones and does the relevant action based on colour of the marker. Blue cones: Toe taps on the ball Red cones: Pass ball side to side between feet Orange cones: Pairs change places
Learning to dribble at pace and practicing your control of the ball whilst passing through the cones and doing the various actions. Also helps with runnng with their heads up by having to follow the the leader.
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