How to do the drill
- 1
Stand 5 steps (about 10 feet) from the wall.
- 2
Pass firmly at the wall with the inside of your foot.
- 3
Stop the return with one touch so it stays within a step of you.
- 4
Do 5 each with your inside, outside and sole, then switch feet.
- 5
Count every clean stop. Your total out of 30 is the number you log.
Coaching cues
- Soft foot.
- Meet the ball.
- On your toes.
What good looks like
The ball stops dead within a step of you, ready for your next pass.
Safety
Use a brick or concrete wall or a rebounder, only with a parent's OK, away from windows and the street. Garage doors dent, so skip them.
Why this drill
A good first touch gives you time on the ball. The wall sends the ball back every time, so you get lots of touches with each part of both feet.
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