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Can anyone suggest any drills which would aid juniors?

Can anyone suggest any drills which would aid juniors with the new aspects of the Self-Pass rule coming into play?

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Bram van Asselt, England

Play small-sided games where the rule is that whenever you have a free hit restart or sideline you have to start running with the ball before you pass. also add the rule that the player in possession is never to stand still with the ball. This will show them the idea and the fitness demands of the rule. If played well the game will open up and player will get very tired and defenders will stop running back. At the end of the game you can then discus the way that they think they will use it during the matches. Bram

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