Shooting Drill # 3
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs) (16-Adult)
Number of Players: 7+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 10-15 min.
Emphasis: Finishing
Field Preparation:
- 1 goal with goalie
- good supply of cones
- good supply of balls for continuous play
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- the players run around cones as shown and then compete for the ball to shoot on goal
- the ball is played in by the coach (high, low etc.)
- switch pairings after 2-4 turn
Variation:
- players start off juggling and run (without the ball) around the cones on coach’s command to compete for the ball
- player to touch the ball first gets to shoot on goal on his third touch (second touch) without being challenged by the other player
- vary position of cones
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group
Coaching Points:
- body mechanics and control of body
- body position and balance
- eye on ball
- quality of preparation touch
- contact surface
- aggressive and positive mentality
- placement versus power
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