Juggling & Fakes
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-20 min.
Emphasis: Ball Control
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- each player with a ball
- 2 grids
- cones to mark off area
Description:
Grid 1:
- players practice specific moves (Cruyff, Step Over, Scissors etc.)
Grid 2:
- players practice juggling
- on coaches command players switch to the other grid
- the team to arrive last in the other grid must do 10 squad jumps or 10 push ups
Variation:
- when coach gives the signal to switch grids all players leave their ball behind and find another one in the other grid
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- creativity
- focus
- contact surface of foot
- close control
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