
2 starting positions. A dribbles through sticks, pass to B and go around mannequin to receive the ball back again. Oriented ctrl towards mannequin to do an exit move to a side assigned by coach, finish in goal. Players must rotate A-B. Notes: Set side to exit against mannequin Set skill move Set rotation (opposite side) Progression: Take mannequins out, 1st to receive the ball back attacks.
Surface of the foot Change of direction/pace Read opponentâs intention
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