Ball mastery - sole taps warm up
Player performs controlled sole taps on the ball while keeping a steady rhythm. Use this as a warm-up drill to prepare foot speed, balance, and close-control coordination.
Equipment
Ball
Coaching points
- Place the sole softly on top of the ball
- Stay light and balanced over the ball
- Keep a steady rhythm with both feet
- Use arms naturally for balance
Common mistakes
- Stomping too hard on the ball
- Leaning too far back
- Moving too slowly between contacts
- Losing rhythm between feet
Action video
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Difficulty
Beginner
Duration
45 seconds
Repetitions
25 × 2 sets
Touches
100
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