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Field follow-the-leader: one person leads a movement and the group copies. Swap the leader each time.
Cone Weave Shuffle
Shuffle and weave through cones to learn quick, balanced feet.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Core: As written. Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
- Ages
- 7 and up
- Time
- 8 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- 6 cones
- Level · skill
- Beginner · Speed
The steps
How it works
- Set 6 cones in a zigzag 3 yards apart.
- Shuffle to each cone, staying low.
- Touch the cone, then change direction.
- Do 6 trips with 30 seconds of rest.
Coaching point
Chest up, feet under you.
Step by step
The drill in 3 frames
Set 6 cones in a zigzag 3 yards apart.
Shuffle to each cone, staying low.
Touch the cone, then change direction.
- Shuffle or slide
- Faint: already done
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slower or smaller), Core (as written), More (one extra twist). Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time.
Story
You are a scout exploring the field before the game.
My best
Beat your own count
Aim for smooth form and compare only with your own last time. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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