Cone out an area (usually 20 x 30 yards) as shown in the diagram.Aim: The aim of the game is to use your body (without your hands) to get the ball into the opponents half, and bounce twice to score a goal. Rules: Three touches per player. Players cannot use their hands. Once bounce allowed. If the ball bounces out of bounds, the team that touched it last forfeits that point. Players cannot enter the opposing half. First team to 5 wins!
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