9 forwards and 1 hooker players form a square with 3 players on each side. catcher in the middle of each group of 3 hooker throws the ball to first jumper 1st pod jumper catches and throws to second pod Jumper, etc, etc around the square.
Focus on technical over speed safety first using lift
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