Archive | Dribbling

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How Can I Improve On My Own?

by Coach James

I played my first soccer season this year, and I am in the 9th grade.

I want to do better. Continue Reading

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Red Light – Green Light

by Coach James

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Red Light – Green Light is a great game to help younger players practice dribbling while having fun at the same time. It also encourages players to keep the ball close to them and under control while dribbling. Continue Reading

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How Can I Practice Inside My House?

by Coach James

What are some thing I can do inside my house to improve my balance, speed, and skill? Continue Reading

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Basic Shielding

by Coach James

Here is a good exercise to help players practice shielding once you’ve taught them the basic technique. Continue Reading

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The Gauntlet

by Coach James

Gauntlet is a game that trains endurance, dribbling, shielding, defensive skills, and 1v1 skills. Continue Reading

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10/10s, 20/20s

by Coach James

Improve Player Speed

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Here is an easy to coach exercise that you can use to help players improve their endurance. It can be performed in virtually any space with virtually any number of players.
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Snatch

by Coach James

Snatch is a practice game that trains: passing, receivingdribbling, shielding, aggressiveness, decision making, and communication. Continue Reading

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Around the World

by Coach James

Around the World is a game that helps your players train dribbling and ball control skills as well as their mental awareness. Continue Reading

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