Starting with a dribbling and speed warm up this session then progresses onto passing and heading - finishing with everyone's favourite... shooting practice!
This truly is the perfect mid-season session. By working on a number of different skills you'll be able to keep your players focused - as they move quickly from one skill drill, including a long ball drill used by Manchester United's Nani, to the other making sure there's nobody standing still long enough to get cold whilst also ensuring they're ready for their next big game!
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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