The passing pattern creates a figure 8 movement Players follow their pass/ball and join the back of the next line. To increase difficulty and increase speed, add a second ball. Drill continues for roughly 7 mins, till passing is understood.
Use an underarm one-motion push pass Run around the outside to the next cone after passing Communicate clearly by calling for the ball Focus on controlled and accurate passes each time Keep the drill flowing continuously
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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