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Ball-presentation game: place the ball and set a strong base while a partner reads your position aloud, with no contact. Swap.
Pick and Go at Walking Pace
Pick the ball up from the ground and carry it low and strong for a few steps.
By Coach Evan Waechtler Youth coach (U11, Cache Valley, Utah) and founder of SSTracker Updated October 30, 2026
Set up
Place the ball on the ground.
Core: Steady. Beat your own steadiest base.
- Ages
- 14 and up
- Time
- 10 min
- Players
- Just you
- Space
- Yard or field
- Bring
- Rugby ball, cones
- Level · skill
- Developing · Breakdown
The steps
How it works
- Place the ball on the ground.
- Step over it low, pick it up with two hands and tuck it in.
- Take 3 strong steps, then place it again.
- Do 12 reps, no opposition.
Coaching point
Low pick, strong steps.
Safety: No opponent at this stage. Keep your back flat and bend your knees.
Make it fun
Play it, don't drill it
Challenge
Pick a level: Less (slow), Core (steady), More (a quick reset). Beat your own steadiest base.
Story
You are a builder laying a firm foundation.
My best
Beat your own count
Beat your own steadiest base. Only your own number counts: today against last time.
Practice makes progress
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