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Zig-zag dribbling and orientation
- 10 min
- 5–12 players
- 5v5
- 7v7
- Technique & Skills
An exercise for ball control, head orientation, cooperation and communication. Mark an area of about 6×12 metres and adjust size and distances to age and level. Groups of 5–6 players, all with a ball, line up at the start. On a signal the first player dribbles forward while the others follow at a set distance. The players dribble in zig-zag around the big cones. When the first reaches the far side they turn between the small cones and dribble straight back towards the start. Players must stay alert when they meet, switching between zig-zag and straight dribbling. There are two variations. Source: Pro-soccerdrills.com (YouTube).
What the coach should look for
- Head up when you meet.
- Keep the ball close in the turns.
- Talk to each other.
- Keep the distance to the player ahead.
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