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Chop vs a Defender

Commit the live defender, then chop past. Drive hard to turn his hips to the line, then chop back inside and accelerate away.

Live animationDRI
Duration
6 min
Total drill time
Players
2
Recommended
Pitch
40 × 24 m
Setup space
Level
Intermediate
Skill required
Intensity
High
Physical demand
Age band
U9-U10
Any format

Setup & instructions

The player beats a live defender with a chop back inside. Emphasise driving hard to commit him to the line, then a firm chop and a sharp cut. The defender jockeys and reacts honestly. Both flanks. Rotate the roles.

Setup time: 1 min

Coaching focus

FROM SESSION PLAN

Coaching points

  • Drive hard to turn his hips
  • Read when he commits to the line
  • Chop firmly as he opens up
  • Protect the ball on the cut
  • Accelerate into the space inside

Common mistakes

  • Drive not committing him
  • Chopping too early or too late
  • Chop too soft to beat him
  • Losing the ball on the move

Progressions & regressions

VARIATIONS

Progressions

  • Defender fully live and aggressive
  • Chop then a real finish
  • Read chop-inside or go-outside

Regressions

  • Mannequin instead of a live defender (the base drill)
  • Passive defender
  • Unopposed
Audience
U9-U10

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