Val Kenny
| Name: | Val Kenny |
|---|---|
| City: | Mayo |
| Country: | Ireland |
| Membership: | Adult Member |
| Sport: | Football/Soccer |
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Screen 1 (20 mins)
Method: Dribbling & Change of Direction
Coaching Points: This practice is designed to develop the player's dribbling and change of direction techniques.
Organisation
16 players (12-16 years old) in groups of 4 - each having a ball.
Allow free movement of players in each grid.
Progress to a) change direction - Drag Back.
b) Inside of foot.
c) Outside of foot.
Key Observation Factors
Soft touches with all surfaces.
Head up.
Change direction.
Change of pace.
With a) above - Close control.
Standing foot planted beside ball.
Sole of the foot on top of ball.
Drag ball behind standing foot.
Turn and move away - fast!
Notes
Get the player to use all surfaces; one foot only, inside of both feet only, sole of foot.
Don't increase tempo until technique is performed correctly.
Encourage players to use both feet and turn on both sides.