Speed/Agility – reverse lunge knee drives
Player steps into a reverse lunge and drives the knee upward. This drill improves single-leg strength, balance, and acceleration mechanics.
Equipment
Open space
Coaching points
- Step back under control
- Drive knee up powerfully
- Keep torso tall
- Balance on the standing leg
Common mistakes
- Knee collapsing inward
- Leaning forward too much
- Weak knee drive
- Poor balance at the top
Action video
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Difficulty
Intermediate
Duration
30 seconds
Repetitions
10 × 2 sets
Touches
0
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