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For U6 and U8 Players. This drill will focus on dribbling with the ball close in order to stop quickly.
Soccer Drill contributed by: Chris Johnson
Drill Info:
This is for ages U6, U8.  It is best ran with at least 4 players but no more than 10 players. The drill should be ran approximately 15 minutes  on a small field. The coach will also make sure they have the following equipment: cones, .

 

Setup:
Create a starting line for each of the players, and the coach should move 15-20 yards away.

Instructions:
With the coaches back to the players, he yells GREEN LIGHT and the players try to dribble to the coach. When the coach yells RED LIGHT, he waits a moment and then turns to face the players. Anyone who is not stopped has to go back to the farthest person from the coach.

Variations:
* Have the players dribble with only the right or left foot.

Coaching Points:
* Make sure the players keep the ball close so they can stop quickly.

Focus:
Technical Dribbling

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