Ball Tag
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 5+
Difficulty: Easy-Medium
Time: 5-15 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- supply of balls
Description:
- players dribble inside playing area
- taggers run with a ball in their hands and attempt to throw and hit somebody else’s ball
- if a runner’s ball gets hit, he switches roles with the tagger
Variation:
- vary number of taggers
- 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
- deception
- set up defender
- protect the ball
- vision
- close control
