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Mirror dribble

Reaction & fun · Ball mastery · Scanning · 1v1 attacking

THE INTENT

Raise focus and ball-control intensity through short, cooperative imitation rounds.

Readiness, not fatigue: Build from controlled movement to moderate football-specific intensity.

Set it up

Pairs in separate 8 × 8 yard boxes

Place pairs in small boxes with one ball each and identify the first leader.

Players
4–24
Equipment
1 ball per player · 8 cones
Run it
  1. The leader moves slowly side to side while the partner mirrors with the ball.
  2. Add turns, stops, and short forward-back movements.
  3. Switch leader every 30 seconds and invite one player-created action.
01
Build intensity

No ball or walking pace → Ball at moderate pace → Add brief creative actions

02
Make it easier

One partner leads without a ball while the other dribbles.

03
Add a stretch

Add a safe escape touch when the leader raises a hand.

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