Criss Cross Passing
This is a great drill that forces players to catch the ball at more realistic angles similar to what they will see in a game.
Drill description:
The players who catch the ball in the air, roll a ground ball to the next player.
The players who receive a ground ball, throw the ball in the air.
Depending on the number of players in the drill, you can add multiple balls.
Equipment needed:
4 cones
1-2 balls
Coaching points of emphasis:
Communicating with teammates about where the ball is coming from
Timing of cut towards the ball
Running through the ball whether it’s on the ground or in the air
Moving the ball quickly to the next player