Speed and agility drills for younger players

shipman,

Speed drills are not necessary for children. The reason is that in order for the drills to be perfected, there has to be enough strength present in the hamstrings and glutes to get full extension of the hips. At 8-10 years old, there is not enough strength present in these areas.

This time is better spent developing their bodies to prepare them for the upcoming gains in strength and speed.

If you absolutely must do it, short sprints with NO EMPHASIS on technique starting from push up position would be all I would do.

Jimbo