Activity

Step Overs and Fakes

Class: Class 1
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 2
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 3
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 4
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 5
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 6
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Football
Technique: Dribbling

Step Overs and Fakes

Learning Outcomes

Enhance ball manipulation and creativity.
Improve dribbling and deceptive footwork.

Description Of Activity

Players practice stepping over the ball in different directions to fake out opponents, then immediately push the ball away with the opposite foot.

Variations

Perform the step-over with a defender (1v1 situation).
Use cones or markers to simulate defenders in the drill.

Coaching Tips

Encourage smooth and deceptive movements.
Focus on selling the fake with body posture and quick changes in direction.
Keep the ball close to the feet to maintain control.

Equipment/Material Required

1 ball per player.
Cones for creating obstacles.