Set-up cones in Y shape with 8-15 yards between cones depending on what you want to focus on and work on. Player B opens up as Player A plays the ball to them. Player B then plays the ball to Player C. Player A replaces player B. Player C plays the ball to Player E waiting at the start cone. Player B replaces Player C. Play continues on the other side of the Y. Central player opens up the other direction. Continue repeating on both sides.
Central player needs to open up to initiate beginning player playing them the ball. This represents them getting distance from the defender. All players follow their pass as the previous player vacates the area.
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This practice has no progressions
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