Mini Box Tag (Dribbling U16-U18)

Setup

You will require: 4 cones / 1 ball, Set up a 1x1 meter square, Each player has a ball and starts on the opposite side of the square

How it works

One player is assign as the tagger, the objective is to tag the opponent while being in possession of the ball, neither player is allowed in the box, the drill encourages tight control and quick feet to try and either tag or keep away from the opponent

Coaching points

• Commit defender
• Use both feet
• Change direction
• Close control
• Small touches
• Head up
• Acceleration
• Agility
• Track runner
• Force one way

Progressions

progression: Limit to using the weak foot regression: Player who is not the tagger does not have a ball