“Knock the Cone” is a simple practice that requires little to no setup. Aim of the practice is to improve a players passing accuracy. The practice also improves players communication which can be vital during a match
SET UP
-30 x 20m area
-5 –10 metre spaces between end players depending on space.
-Groups of 2 players across from each other
METHOD
-Try to hit the cone with a ball
-The player that hits the cone the most times is the winner (for
-Variations : use both feet.
NOTES
-Eye on the ball
-Standing foot planted beside ball
-Lock kicking foot
-Strike through middle of ball (kicking foot should follow through to face target).
-Body weight over the ball
-Weight and accuracy of pass