Crosshairs 90-Degree and 180-Degree Agility Drill
From a cross pattern (center cone with 4 surrounding perimeter cones 5 steps apart), start at an outside cone, sprint to the center cone, make a sharp 90-degree cut to an outer cone, execute a 180-degree turn back to center, and continue weaving around the perimeter; complete 2 reps turning right at the center and 2 reps turning left. Coach emphasizes 4 total reps (2 prioritizing right-hand cuts, 2 prioritizing left-hand cuts).
Key points
- Sink into a low stance when circling the center cone at 90-degree angles
- Plant hard to execute crisp 180-degree reversals at the outer boundary markers
- Use quick, stuttery agility steps around corners to maintain balance and traction
- Perform 2 reps with right turns and 2 reps with left turns to balance hip drive
Common mistakes
Taking wide sweeping turns around cones instead of tight, aggressive cuts.