Ball handling

Standing ball transfer

Set up

Stand in a clear space with the football secured against one side of the body.

Run the drill

  1. Bring the free hand to the ball before releasing the carrying hand.
  2. Transfer the ball across the body and secure it on the other side.
  3. Pause to check control, then reverse the movement.

Watch for

Keep control throughout the transfer; do not toss the ball between hands.

Adjust it

Stay still while learning the movement. Add a walk only when the transfer is controlled.