Hop-Balance-Pass — Stabilise Before the Ball
Players hop onto one leg, hold balance briefly and then receive and return a pass without losing body control.
Link single-leg stability with an immediate controlled passing action.
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Players
4
Duration
9 min
Equipment
Balls, Cones
Difficulty
Beginner
Age group
U9–U18
Category
Fitness
Type
Coordination
Organization
Set pairs 6m apart with one balance marker. Working player hops over the marker, stabilises, receives from partner and passes back before switching legs.
Coaching Points
Land softly | Knee stays aligned | Stabilise before the ball arrives | Pass from a balanced base | Use both legs
Progressions
- Serve the ball earlier so the player must stabilise faster.
Regressions
- Remove the hop and begin from a static single-leg stance.
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