Soccer Relay Cone Dribbling # 1 Training Drill


Relay Cone Dribbling # 1

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Basic Information

Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling

Field Preparation:

  • 4 groups
  • grid (15yds x 15yds)
  • each group with one ball
  • good supply of cones

Description:

  • on coach’s command first player from each group dribbles around 3 cones and then stops the ball dead in front
  • of next the player who repeats the sequence
  • team that has all of its players dribble around 3 white cones first wins

Variation:

  • players must dribble to four different cones and touch them with their hand
  • players must dribble to four different cones and touch them with their knee
  • adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary

Coaching Points:

  • agility and balance
  • contact surface of foot
  • change of direction and speed
  • close control
  • soft touch

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