Cone Dribbling # 6.1
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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, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 4 groups
- each group with a ball
- grid (20yds x 30yds)
- cones to mark off area
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- players dribble around middle cone and then pass back as shown
- passer then goes on to next corner
- next player receives pass and repeats the sequence
Variation:
- specify how players must pass/receive (left/right foot, inside/outside foot, high/low etc.)
- players must perform a move in front of the middle cone and then make a pass
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- weight of pass
- accuracy
- first touch
- verbal and visual communication
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot