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Intro. to Controlling a Ball With Your Chest Lesson PlanIntro. to Controlling a Ball With Your Chest Lesson Plan
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Intro. to Controlling a Ball With Your Chest

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Young scholars stop and guide a ball with their chest. Note: This is a good lesson to use as an introduction to a soccer unit.

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soccer

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ball control, soccer, physical education

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