OBJECTIVE:
To be able to take ball from restart.
EQUIPMENT:
One ball per pair.
GROUP SIZE:
Pairs.
AREA:
Small.
DRILL SET-UP:
Kicker Team in pairs facing each other 5–10m apart.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- Players to throw or kick ball high above partner's head.
- Catcher to call for ball and take it in the air with both hands above head.
COACHING POINTS:
• Eyes on ball.
• Move into position early.
• Call for ball.
• Reach for the ball with fingers spread.
• Soft hands.
• Turn side on to take the ball.
• Bring ball to body after catch.
VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:
- Introduce support players.
- Players further apart.
- Join up pairs and have chasers to apply pressure.
