monkey in the middle
TrainingA simple version of a Rondo often played by youth, where players in a circle pass the ball while one player in the center tries to intercept.
Related Terms in Training
regression
Simplifying a drill if players are struggling, to ensure they understand the core concept.
Coerver Coaching
A specific football coaching program developed by Wiel Coerver, focusing heavily on ball mastery, 1v1 skills, and technical excellence.
anaerobic threshold
The point during high-intensity exercise where the body produces lactate faster than it can be cleared; training here improves sprint endurance.
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