How to do the drill
- 1
Stand 3 steps (6 feet) from the wall in your ready stance, hands up.
- 2
Throw the tennis ball at the wall with your right hand. Catch it with the same hand.
- 3
Keep going for 60 seconds. Count every catch.
- 4
Do 60 seconds with your left hand, then 60 seconds switching hands each throw.
- 5
Log your best round.
Coaching cues
- Stay on your toes.
- Soft hands.
- Watch it into your hand.
What good looks like
Quick, steady throws and catches without the ball hitting the ground.
Safety
Use a tennis ball only, and a wall only if a parent says it's OK. Pick brick or concrete, stay away from windows and the street, and keep the area around your feet clear.
Why this drill
A small, fast ball trains your eyes and hands to react quicker. Catching a soccer ball feels easier after this, and it works any day with no partner.
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