Set out multiple cones around a set out area. All players to have a ball each. Players are to dribble around without touching any cones. Introduce: Stop turn, drag back, inside/outside cut, Cruyff Turn plus any more that the players would want to try. Progression: Introduce end zones at 2 sides of the area and 2 defenders. 1 point for a turn at a cone, 2 points for a turn at the end zone, 3 points for a turn at a defender.
Close ball control Slow down before approaching a cone Show accelleration away from the cone
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