Focus: Fitness Drill
Number of Players: +6
Age: +U8
Level: Easy
Setup:
- Arrange cones as illustrated in the setup image.
- Adjust the distance between cones based on the team’s age and skill level.
- Place a small goal at the end of the cone path and position balls in front of it, ensuring there is one ball per player.
- Divide the players into at least two teams, with a minimum of three players per team.
Why Use This Drill?
This Fitness Competition Drill is designed to enhance players’ fitness levels by incorporating various running patterns. It is particularly effective as a pre-season drill to prepare players for the upcoming season. Additionally, it helps players practice staying calm and focused when taking a shot at the small goal after running at full speed.
How It Works
- Once the players are ready, the coach signals the start of the drill.
- The first player from each team runs to the first cone, ensuring they touch it with their hand to verify they’ve run the full distance.
- The players zig-zag through the cones and then take a shot at the small goal.
- The next player in line can only start once the previous player scores.
- The first team to score with all their balls wins the competition.
- The losing team(s) can be given a penalty, such as 10 push-ups.
- Repeat the drill as many times as the players’ fitness levels allow.
Other Key Points:
- The drill should be seen as inspiration. So feel free to adapt the drill to suit your team’s specific needs or focus areas.
