Core Knowledge

Movements

Mirror Drill - Short Soccer

Starting Position

  • Base position between cones 5 yards apart facing partner

Procedure 

  • From base position, one partner shuffles side to side randomly as the other mimics movement as if a mirror image for predetermined amount of time
  • Switch roles from offense to defense and repeat

 

Coaching Keys

  • Keep knees behind toes and tension in glutes
  • Do not let feet come together or legs crossover
  • Keep back flat
  • Decrease time for speed emphasis, increase time for conditioning emphasis

You Should Feel It

  • In the glutes and thighs

Tags: Multidirectional Movement, Sports Performance, Soccer, Reaction

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