Ball Mastery Warm-Up

Description

Players each have a ball and perform a sequence of touches in a confined area: toe taps, sole rolls, inside-outside cuts, and pull-backs. Develops close control and coordination while raising heart rate.

Setup

Mark out a 15x15 yard square with cones. Every player has a ball. Players spread out inside the grid with enough room to work without colliding.

Coaching Points

• +Head up as much as possible — glance at the ball, not stare
• +Use both feet equally, not just the dominant foot
• +Soft touches — the ball should stay within playing distance
• +Increase speed gradually as technique improves
• +Stay light on your feet, knees slightly bent

Progressions

1. 1.Call out specific moves on the whistle (e.g., "Cruyff turn!")
2. 2.Add passive defenders who walk around the grid
3. 3.Players must react to coach signals — stop, change direction, speed up

Equipment

Skills