Speed/Agility – calf jump
Player performs small quick jumps using the calves and ankles. This drill improves lower-leg power, bounce, and reactive foot speed.
Equipment
Open space
Coaching points
- Stay on the balls of the feet
- Keep jumps quick and light
- Use minimal knee bend
- Land softly
Common mistakes
- Landing heavily
- Bending knees too much
- Slow rhythm
- Poor ankle control
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
25 × 2 sets
Touches
0
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