ROLL DRILL

 

Two players, worker and thrower. Worker stands 3-4 metres in front of and facing away from the thrower. Worker rolls to the left to receive a pass, as worker rolls (s)he must quickly pick up the eyes of the thrower, only then can the pass be pushed off. Repeat on right side.
Progression:
· Vary passes, lob, chest, shoulder and bounce
· Vary side and length of pass (short left or long right), worker must run onto or up to attack the ball


Coaching points:
· Ensure worker pushes off with correct foot
· Arms out to attack the ball and pulls ball into the chest
· Move out to meet the ball at 45 degrees


from Col Evans