Spread the cones approximately 1 yard apart in a random pattern roughly in a circle or square shape
Start with the ball at your feet anywhere in on the edge of or within the space
Soccer solo dribbling drill execution:
Player practices dribbling through the space in all directions while trying to avoid touching the cones with the ball
Player can change direction freely
The drill can be for a set time, such as 2 minutes, before resting
Coaching tips:
Players should try to use both feet as much as possible
Players should try to use all areas of the foot, including inside, outside and sole
Emphasize having as many small touches as possible – the goal here is for the player to become completely comfortable moving the ball in all directions, using all areas of both feet, all in a tight area
Players should change direction repeatedly
Progressions:
As the player becomes more comfortable on the ball, they can move it quicker and quicker with more direction changes
Starting from the outside, challenge the player to dribble the ball from one end to another as quickly as they can
Spread the cones out so they are 2 yards apart – this allows for slightly heavier touches and the player to move through the cones at a higher speed
