Slalom Cone Counter Attack
Weave through a tight slalom of cones spaced one step apart, executing a live counter move at each cone while staying low and close to the ball.
Ball Handling
- Duration
- 10 min
- Intensity
- High
- Ages
- Ages 13–15, Ages 16+
- Equipment
- ball, cones
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Coaching focus: Ball Handling
Ball-handling work develops control at increasing speed and pressure — stationary control first, then movement, then live reads against a defender. Both hands, every time.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
- How do you run the Slalom Cone Counter Attack drill?
- Weave through a tight slalom of cones spaced one step apart, executing a live counter move at each cone while staying low and close to the ball. Run it for about 10 minutes with ball and cones.
- What age group is the Slalom Cone Counter Attack drill for?
- Slalom Cone Counter Attack works well for players in Ages 13–15, Ages 16+, and can be scaled up or down in speed and complexity for other age groups.
- How long should the Slalom Cone Counter Attack run?
- Run Slalom Cone Counter Attack for about 10 minutes as part of a broader practice or individual workout — enough reps to build the habit without losing quality.
- What equipment do I need for Slalom Cone Counter Attack?
- You'll need: ball, cones.
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