WD and Gd will start in a stacked position, one behind each other with WD in front, C will start just in front of the cnetre circle in the cnetre third. Both WD and GD will split each going in the opposite direction to make an offer fro the ball. WD is likely to recieve the ball. The GD will then change direction adn drive down the court to offer for the next pass from the WD. The C will recieve the ball from the GD. Suggested pass order: WD-GD-C or GD-WD-C
Ensure time of each movment and pass is correct.
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