Ball Mastery Juggling

Objective

Improve first-touch softness and overall feel for the ball through juggling.

Equipment

• Ball

Instructions

1. 1

   Start by dropping the ball onto your dominant foot and catching it after one touch. Build up to continuous juggles.

2. 2

   Aim for 10 consecutive juggles with the dominant foot, then 10 with the non-dominant.

3. 3

   Progress to alternating feet, adding thighs and headers.

4. 4

   Set a personal record each session and try to beat it.

Coaching Points

• ✓ Keep the foot relaxed — a rigid foot sends the ball flying; a soft foot keeps it close.
• ✓ Strike the centre of the ball for a straight upward trajectory.
• ✓ Bend your knees slightly to stay balanced and ready.

Age Notes

Variations

• → Juggle while walking forward 10 yards.
• → Challenge a partner: first to 50 juggles wins.