Using a simple exercise set up the cones as per the diagram, the player performa a 180 degreee turn at the cones whilst moving
Keep a high left elbow to allow a more upright stick. Arms away from the body, keeping the ball away from the feet. As the player moves towards a left-side cone, they should be looking to turn their back to the cone in an anti-clockwise direction. The players should turn in a clockwise motion on the right side of the cone. Players should attempt to keep the ball close to the stick allowing one smooth movement throughout the rollout exercise. Encourage players to move into and out from the cone smoothly, not stopping or backing into the cone.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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