Drill

Setup

Use safe open space with target zone.

Instructions

1. 1Stand 35-40 yards from a target gate on the opposite side.
2. 2Strike through the lower half of the ball with the instep for lift and spin.
3. 3Aim to have the ball drop softly inside the gate for a teammate.
4. 4Alternate striking foot every five reps.

Key feel

Follow-through toward the target, not across the body.

Success cue

Ball flight becomes more repeatable without loss of balance.

Recommended reps

20 passes

Progression

Add changing target zone.

Common mistake

Leaning back and skying the pass over the target.