- Side step
- Evading the player
SD U10 Evading The Player
Evading the player
OBJECTIVE:
To practice beating the man one on one.
EQUIPMENT:
One ball per pair.
GROUP SIZE:
Two players Area: 22 x 15 meter grid.
DRILL SET-UP:
The defender starts at various points along the 15-meter line within the 22-meter line. The attacker starts outside the 22-meter line with the ball.
COACHING POINTS:
• Alternate both sides of the field.
• Nominate whether the defender will use a two-handed touch or tackle.
• Encourage the defenders to keep the winger between them and the sideline.
• Options - chip or centre kick.
VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:
Set of cones to condition player for judgment of swerve.