Jugging can be a great way to develop skills for soccer. The repetition you get from juggling as well as the touch you aquire and the balance, coordination and focus it requires to become a good juggler all translate easily on to the soccer field.
Here is an exercise for higher level jugglers;

Juggling at a consistent height: With each touch, juggle ball to the same height, 2 to 3 feet above your head, making sure to alternate feet with each touch. It is important to use good footwork to position yourself for each touch so that you are consistently touching the ball in your sweet spot. Start with a bounce between touches to increase the success rate. The bounce will save frustration and enable you to get a feel for the exercise leading to a faster progression.
The goal: To eliminate the bounce. To touch the ball so it reaches a consistent height. To juggle in a confined space employing both goals mentioned above or... To juggle while moving in a pre determined pattern. Side to side, zig-zag, figure eight, or over your head to reverse direction. Knock it higher to work on touch, timing, and striking the ball.

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