
Red: Attacker White: Coach Black: Goalkeeper The attacker must first pass the ball to the closest coach and recieve the ball back for a first time shot. Once this shot has been taken, one of the coaches behind the goal must set up the attack to have another shot at the keeper.
Quick reactions, taking shots at different angles, first time shot
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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