Footwork

How it is used

Coaches praise quick footwork or use drills to improve its control.

Example sentences

1. Her footwork helped her reach the wide ball in time.

   The movement creates the position needed for the shot.

2. We practised boxing footwork without throwing any punches.

   Removing punches lets the session focus on the feet.

Common collocations

• quick footwork
• footwork drill

Related terms

• drillA short practice exercise, repeated many times, that trains one particular skill or movement, such as passing, footwork or a set play.
• agility ladderA flat training ladder placed on the ground for footwork drills that improve speed, coordination, and movement control.

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