Players are meant to go round the figure of 8 using only their left hands at the top of the stick. The ball must be kept on the stick at all times. To start can be walked through to get the feel. Recording from the front.
Focus on correct grip at top of stick (head pointing down grip) Left arm extended. Ball in line but away from body. Movement of feet is essential. Check the transition in grips to basic.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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