Figure 7.13b Figure 7.13cCoaching Points: The player should begin with a countermovement and jump up and diagonally over the
hurdles by explosively extending the ankles, knees and hips, while using the arms to assist. This exercise
is intended to be a short response activity and therefore the time between landing and subsequent takeoff
should be very short. Emphasize quick and fluid movements between each jump.
Variation: You can vary the exercise by changing the type of pass or the part of the body they use to take
their first touch. For example, begin by having them take their first touch with the inside of the foot. You
can then switch to the outside of the foot; bounce passes and finally tosses to the chest.
Progression: You can progress this exercise by increasing the height of the hurdle or by switching to a
one-legged takeoff and landing (very advanced level!).