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Skills & Drills

OBJECTIVE:

To improve basic kicking skills.

EQUIPMENT:

Balls

GROUP SIZE:

In pairs.

AREA:

Depends on team size.

DRILL SET-UP:

Pair up with a ball and stand 2-3m apart.

DRILL EXPLANATION:

  1. Player kicks ball to partner.
  2. If caught, both players take a step back.
  3. If dropped, both players go back to starting position.
  4. Keep going until there is a winner – pair furthest apart.

Key Coaching Points

  • Control the ball onto the foot.
  • Accuracy.
  • Extend leg.

VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:

  1. Use grubber kick.
     

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