Suitable sized square in relation to the number of players. Create two small squares facing the two groups of players who are numbered 1-4 by the coach. Coach begins with the ball in between the small squares.
Groups are named All-Stars & Superstars and play against one another. The practice begins with coach calling a number 1-4, that player runs to a ball coach plays in between each group. Each player tries to dribble the ball into their colored square and receive points if successful.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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