King Cone

Knock the ball off the cone with accurate passes.

• Set Up

  • 1 player in the pair balances their ball on the cone that is between themself and their partner

  • 1 player keeps the other ball to start the game

• Equipment

  • Disc cone for each pair

  • 2 balls for each pair

• Objective

  Each pair tries to knock the ball off the cone as they practice passing.

• Directions

  1. Split players into pairs.

  2. Players begin on either side (10 feet) of a central cone that has a ball balancing on top.

  3. Player A pass the ball in an attempt to knock the ball off the cone. They reset the ball if successful.

  4. Player B retrieves the ball and pass the ball to Player A attempting to knock the ball off the cone.

  5. Players repeat until time is called.

• Variations

  • Extend/decrease passing distance.

  • Use non-dominant foot

  • Introduce points system - first to 3 points is the Winner

• Coaching Points

  • Placement of the standing foot.

  • Bend the knees - use of arms for balance.

  • Inside of the foot for accuracy

Reflection: Relationship Skills

1. Raise your hand if you feel like you improved your passing in this game.

2. Who can shout out themselves or someone else for their hard work? (encourage players to use names or ask for names if they forgot)