1v1 Practice Your Moves
After mastery of beginning dribbling, soccer players may be introduced to dribbling fakes and feints, also known as making “moves”. Practice makes perfect!
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 8+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 6-8 players max
- half the group with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- players dribble in a clockwise direction towards the defender
- players beat the defender by performing a move of their choice
- switch roles after 2-4 minutes
- passive defenders
Variation:
- active defenders
- defenders can move only from side to side
- defender gets beaten with specific move (stepover, scissor etc.)
- players must dribble in counterclockwise direction
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- deception
- set up defender
- change of speed & direction
- protect the ball
- close control
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