Players work in 3 groups of 3 in a 15m x 20m channel.Group A starts along the centre of the channel with groups B and C at either end of the channel.Group A has the ball and runs towards group B making as many passes as possible.When the reach group B the ball is given to group B who makes as many passes as possible running towards Group C. gROUP c then cross the channel back to Group A and the drill continues. ACTIVITY VARIATIONS Incorporate specific passes e.g miss passes, loops etc. Place 1-2 defenders in the channel to reduce the time the players have to pass.
Ball in both hands Reach for ball; catch early Pass in front of the reciever Reciever deep enough to run towards the ball Immediately pass the ball on
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