01 / KNOW IT
Today’s lesson.
Learn protective blocking principles at gentle speed.
Why it matters
Keeping a loose ball close is valuable even without a perfect catch.
02 / SET UP
What you need
Use a large soft foam ball rolled on the ground; first shadow safe movement.
03 / PRACTICE IT
How to do the drill
Move squarely behind foam roll, get low using age-appropriate movement and guide it in front; no hard pitching.
ONE CUE TO REMEMBER“Get in front.”
04 / PLAY IT
Today's skill-game challenge
Keep 5 of 6 foam rolls nearby.
05 / WATCH FOR IT
One common mistake
Lunging onto knees on hard ground without protection.
Coach it positively: notice effort, a good decision and controlled movement—not just the final result.
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