
2 groups each passing a ball in their own area.Each player is given a number.When their number is shouted they go into the other teams area and try to get their ball out of the area.The winner is whoever knocks the other teams ball out first.
Pass and move.Firm push passes.Minimalise touches on the ball.Communication.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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