Dribble and Lay Off Circle
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Basic Information
Age Group: (5-7yrs) (8-11yrs)
Number of Players: 6+
Difficulty: Easy
Time: 5-10 min.
Emphasis: Dribbling
Field Preparation:
- 5-7 players max.
- each player with a ball
- cones to mark off area
- repeat setup to accommodate the entire team
Description:
- start with two (one) balls
- players with the ball dribble to another player to lay it off and then take their spot
- next player repeats sequence
- each dribbling is awarded a point
- group with most completed dribblings wins
Variation:
- play with 3 or even 4 balls depending on group size
- specify how players must dribble (inside or outside of foot, left or right foot only etc.)
- adjust spacing depending on the age and ability of the group if necessary
Coaching Points:
- body mechanics
- agility and balance
- contact surface of foot
- quick decision making
- change of speed & direction
- close control
- soft touch
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