Figure 5.14b Figure 5.14cCoaching Points: Emphasize good cutting technique (previously mentioned) and instruct the players to
accelerate towards the coach after cutting. As the player is about to receive the ball, they should pivot on
the front foot and turn by opening the hips on the other side. This will allow them to receive the ball on
the back foot and face forward. Coach proper shooting technique (previously mentioned) as well.
Progression/Variation: You can progress or vary this exercise by adding a defender who has to perform a
similar movement pattern. Place a large cone on the other side-line 10 yards from the top of the playing
area. Have your defenders stand behind this line facing the goal. Place a second large cone 5 yards in field
but 7 yards down from the first cone. Players at the front of both lines go on the coach’s call. The
procedure is the same for the attacker except now they attempt to beat a defender before shooting on goal
(Figure 5.14d).
Figure 5.14d