Player 1 passes the ball to player 2 who deflects it back into space for them to run on to. Player 1 must try to hit the ball with minimal touches ont he ball and minimal steps into the D. The shots have to be early and fast. Try to one time hit it. After youhave taken a hit, move to the player 2 position. On the way tot he back of the line do some agilty foot work through a ladder. Alternate side so that GK can resposition.
Focus on getting footwork right and feet in the coorect position s that you can hit the ball quickly and do not have to move the ball to suit your feet try to hit reverse stick on the left hand side.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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