Partner Dribble # 1
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Basic Information
Age Group: (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 2+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Defending
Field Preparation:
- in pairs
- each pair with a ball
Description:
- one player dribbles while his partner is (3-4 yds away) is going backwards acting as passive defender
- on coach’s command players switch roles
Variation:
- specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
Coaching Points:
- head up
- soft touches
- change of speed
- body mechanics
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot
- close control