Numbers Game
Purpose of the Drill:
This is a fun drill that helps players improve their reaction speed, 1 on 1 play, teamwork, and communication skills.
How it Works:
- Create a small field/court with goals at each end.
- Split your players into two even teams and give each player on each team a number starting from 1.
- Stand in between each team and throw the ball into the field/court.
- As you throw the ball, call out a number.
- The players with the assigned number you call out then battle each other one on one until they score.
- You can call out multiple numbers to create a two on two, or three on three.
Coaching Tips:
- Encourage players to encourage each other during the game.
- When working together encourage players to nominate their roles early. For example, one player collects the ball whilst the other moves into a position to receive.
- To add some complexity to the drill, add an agility course that players have to complete before they can collect the ball. For example, they must run around the corner cone before entering the field/court.
