Players stand over a line and count how many times they can bring the ball across the line in 30 or 45 seconds using the Indian Dribble. Give some tips then repeat 2-3 times. They should try and improve their score each time.
Depending on mistakes players make: - Turn stick only with left hand, relax right hand. - On your toes, in case ball moves forward/backwards. - Shift body weight, head and hands should also follow so arms don't get crossed. - Knees bent, back straight
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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