Sole-roll compass

Personal spaces inside a 16 × 16 yard grid

Players spread out with one ball each and imagine north, south, east, and west around their ball. Boundary cones are optional: agree clear existing lines or fixed ground landmarks and walk the limits together. Organize 8 players before starting. Give every player a clear movement route. Check every player can move without entering another group's route.

Players

4–12

Equipment

8 balls (1 per player)

Show side roll: Use the sole to roll the ball across the body, step sideways with it, and collect it with the opposite foot. Invite players to copy it before adding another movement.

1. 0:45 · Show the entry action: Show side roll: Use the sole to roll the ball across the body, step sideways with it, and collect it with the opposite foot. Invite players to copy it before adding another movement.
2. 2:11 · Small stationary rolls: Roll the ball side to side with the sole while shifting body weight. Use one movement at a time, copy a quick demonstration, and keep every round playful.
3. 0:20 · Drink and reset: Offer a drink, demonstrate the next action briefly, and rotate partners or leaders if used. Take more time whenever needed and shorten play.
4. 2:11 · Add controlled turns: Pull the ball back and push it forward with the same foot, then switch. Stay within comfortable control; simplify if space or balance is lost.
5. 0:20 · Drink and reset: Offer a drink, demonstrate the next action briefly, and rotate partners or leaders if used. Take more time whenever needed and shorten play.
6. 2:13 · Finish with three quick escape touches: Coach calls a direction; players roll, turn, and dribble three touches that way. Stay within comfortable control; simplify if space or balance is lost.