regression
TrainingSimplifying a drill if players are struggling, to ensure they understand the core concept.
Related Terms in Training
wall pass / 1-2
A drill practicing the 'give and go' movement: passing to a teammate and immediately running into space to receive the return pass.
static stretching
Holding a stretch for a period of time. Usually reserved for the cool-down phase to improve flexibility.
monkey in the middle
A 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.
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