Divide players into groups of 5.
Place 4 cones in a zigzag with sufficient space for players to move freely.
Four players stand one at each cone. The fifth player attempts to run through the series of cones demonstrating the correct way to carry a football. The other players try to pull the flag from the carriers as they pass by. Runners continue even if their flags are pulled.
Set up two sets of this drill to reduce the amount of waiting around.
TEACHING POINTS
Securing the football:
Remember the 5 points of contact:
1. lower bicep 2. forearm 3. palm 4. fingers 5. chest
Making the ball touch all these points of contact on the arm will secure the ball at both ends and allow a smooth, safe running style.
DIFFERENTIATION Increase the number of players in the team and number of cones. Let two players run one after the other in quick succession to increase the challenge for those at the cones. Reduce the distance between cones so that players have to swerve in and out. Set up smaller games with fewer players to keep more of them active and involved.
Move without the ball, turning it into just a tag game.