OBJECTIVE:
Improve accuracy of a variety of kicks and improve catching reactions.
EQUIPMENT:
One ball for every player.
GROUP SIZE:
8-10 players or any suitable number.
AREA:
Quarter or half field (depending on the number and skill level of players).
DRILL SET-UP:
Players stand in a circle equally spaced, “kicking” distance apart, as shown in the diagram. All players stand by a cone with a ball.
DRILL EXPLANATION:
- On the coach's call “kick”, players kick accurately to the next player in an anti-clockwise direction. Each player immediately runs in a clockwise direction to catch a ball that has been kicked.
- Once the kicked balls have been recovered, the players return to the cones.
- The drill continues.
- Players receiving the ball can catch or trap the ball, depending on player's accuracy.
NB: To avoid disorganisation, the coach must retain tight control.
COACHING POINTS:
• Go through these kicks: Basic, chip, spiral, grubber, up & under, drop kick, box and drop punt.
• Remember catching and trapping skills.
VARIATIONS / PROGRESSION:
Make area bigger.
