TOPIC / THEME - To improve the players shielding, turning and dribbling ability to in a 1v1 (+1) practice

Use a variety of changes of speed when on the ball

Use a variety of feints and turns

Shield the ball and be aware of your surroundings

DESCRIPTION OF PRACTICE (TECHNIQUE / SKILL)

To develop the technique of shielding, turning and dribbling in a skills practice.

ORGANISATION:

6 x 1 m grid - channel

Yellow player tries to get to come on his side of the grid before opponent on other side of the grid can get to the other cone

Introduce the ball - players use ball skills to deceive their opponent

Encourage players to take risks in this practice

When your opponent is of balance use your speed to attack the space.

Use dummies to create space

KEY FACTORS:

Low centre of gravity

Create space by shifting defending in order to exploit space for shot: pass: cross.

NOTES

Key Factors for dribbling:

Control of the ball ( retain composure & patience)

Keep head up to observe defenders balance

Manipulate ball to exploit space

Accelerate into space

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Practical Coaching

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