Diamond Dribble Pass # 1
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs) (12-15yrs)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling, Passing
Field Preparation:
- 2 groups
- 3 players max per group
- each group with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- players dribble and pass in the sequence as shown
- first player at blue cones start dribbling simultaneously
- next player repeats sequence
Variation:
- specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
- change direction
- players perform a move (scissor, step over etc.) in front of the red cone
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- timing
- agility and balance
- change of speed & direction
- close control
- soft touches
- weight of pass
- accuracy
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