- Kicking
- Pair Kicking
Pair Kicking Drill
KI4D
Pair Kicking
OBJECTIVE:
To improve players' ability to kick accurately.
EQUIPMENT:
One ball for each pair of players.
GROUP SIZE:
Any number depending on the number of balls.
AREA:
22 x 22 metre grid.
DRILL SET-UP:
The group is split in two. Players line up opposite another person. Each pair has a ball.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- Players kick the balls accurately to one another across the grid.
- Punts and drop-kicks should be made so they can be caught on the full.
- Grubber kicks: the ball should be almost stopped as it reaches the partner.
COACHING POINTS:
• Go through these kicks: Basic, chip, spiral, grubber, up & under, drop kick, box and drop punt.
VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:
The coach may increase the pressure on players by reducing the time they have to kick the ball.