Teaching Football Skills Dribbling Cone Drills Purpose of the Drill Encourage players to keep close control without the pressure of an opponent. Steps 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Set up seven cones in a straight line. Place a gate, using cones at either side. Demonstrate first without ball, then with ball. Have players weave through cones slowly without the ball, then with the ball. Correct players who lose control or weave too wide. Encourage players to use both feet. Sometimes, it is better for the athlete to begin walking through the cones and then progress to teammate passing drills. Points of Emphasis: When to Use: Close control Awareness of body positioning when weaving Build players confidence where the emphasis is on praise and confidence. Special Olympics Football Coaching Guide Created: February 2004 63