Sole rolls
Roll the ball across your body with the sole of one foot, then back with the other. Builds close control for tight spaces.
Your assistant coach: turn this drill into a full session, plan the weeks around it and tell me how it went.
Set-up
- A space about 3 x 3 metres is enough: a hallway, patio or garden.
- Clear the space of anything breakable, and have an adult nearby for younger players.
Equipment: A ball
How it works
- Roll the ball sideways with the sole of your right foot.
- Stop it with the left sole and roll it back.
- Keep it moving side to side.
Coaching points
- Stay on the balls of your feet.
- The ball never leaves your sole for long.
- Keep your head up.
Three levels
- Easy: 10 each way
- Harder: 20 each way
- Hardest: 30 each way, quick
Remember: Roll across, stop, roll back
Make it easier
- One foot only, stop after each roll.
Make it harder
- Roll, then pull back and turn.
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