An example of the resources (drill) used within the programme. This document is one of a number of resources provided within the programme to the schools that are participating in it.

1. Athletic Development for School Sports (ADSS) Programme
Resource Pack
Agility—Multi Directional Speed
Y Drill
Set out a Y shaped area. 5m from start to middle cone, 5m to left and right cones at a 45
degree angle.
The athlete sprints towards the middle cone and makes a decision to move left or right as they
hit the cone, changing direction and accelerating to the respective cone of the Y.
5 m
etre
s 5 metres
Aim of Drill To develop an athletes ability to change direction whilst moving.
Work : Rest 1:4
Ratio Look to complete 5—10 reps
Where it fits What to think about
Agility—Multi Directional Speed Ensure athletes practice both left
& right directions.
Turn the drill into chaotic speed by the Coach
Training Block: 3
calling which direction the athlete will go as
they reach the middle cone.
Designed and developed by Coaches Kevin Shattock (www.facebook.com/ppsccoaching)
Kevin Till (www.ktconditioning.co.uk) & Mat Pears

2. Athletic Development for School Sports (ADSS) Programme
Resource Pack
Agility—Multi Directional Speed
Visual Coaching Points / What To Look For:
Start:
Body angle of 45 degrees
Strong core
Quick knee drive
Short, sharp strides
Middle cone:
Open up the hip joint by pointing the
toes of the lead leg in the direction you
want to go
Load the lead leg to drive off
Stay low in the turn
Create body angle to reaccelerate
Middle to End:
Drive the knee forwards and up
Pull toes up towards the shin
Drive the foot in to the floor
Designed and developed by Coaches Kevin Shattock (www.facebook.com/ppsccoaching)
Kevin Till (www.ktconditioning.co.uk) & Mat Pears