The Game: Divide the team into two groups (red & white) with all players having a ball. The red’s face one direction while the white’s face the other. When the coach yells Go! Both groups dribble quickly to the line they are facing, do a quick turn and return to their starting position. Repeat several times. You can have the players perform ball taps, scissors, hop over the ball, etc. while waiting for the coach to say Go!
You may want to do a round or two without the ball so the kids understand the movement.
Focus:
- Explosive first step
- Running with ball
- Controlled change of direction
Progress to:
The Game: When the coach yells Go! Both groups dribble quickly to the line they are facing, do a quick turn run with the ball to the furthest line, need to get your head up to avoid a collision, do a quick turn return to your original starting position.
If you enjoy this exercise Coach Donahue recommends:
| Possible next Activity: | Match Related Game/Exercise to Goal: |
|---|---|
| 1v1 Dribble the Gate Combined | Line Soccer |
| Charlie Cooke 1v1 Fast break Attack | 1v1 Passive to 1v1 Active |
