Adding a third cone allows for different combinations of
movements and increases the complexity of the drills. To set up
for three-cone drills, coaches should place three cones in a
straight line, spaced approximately 5 yards (5 m) apart. Games
that incorporate quickness skills are a fun way to increase
athletes’ motivation and enthusiasm for training. The quickness
games in this section also help athletes develop their
situational-movement skills and body awareness. You can read
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management (DRM). The ball handler who fakes and then drives
past a defender for an easy score. A pass rusher who leaves a
would-be blocker in his wake on the way to sacking the
quarterback. A setter who manages to maneuver both body and ball
in the blink of an eye to make the perfect pass for the kill and
match-winning point. These are all reasons agility