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Netball: Two Handed Bounce Pass

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Spread your hands around the ball in a ‘W’ shaped position
Bring the ball to your chest and ensure your elbows are down next to your body
Step forward with either leg (usually your more dominant) and push through aiming the ball at the ground
You should aim to release the ball from waist height and use the power from your arms and knees as you push the ball forward
The ball should travel ¾ of the way to your partner and bounce up to their stomach

COACHING POINTS

When you bring the ball to your chest, ensure your elbows do not go out like 'chicken wings', instead stay nice and close to your body
Ensure your arms and fingertips are extended in the direction you are passing

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Chest Pass:

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Spread your hands around the ball in a 'W' shaped position
Bring the ball to your chest with your arms close to your body
Step forward with either leg, usually your most dominant, and push through with the ball transferring your body weight forward
Aim for your partners chest

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Shoulder Pass:

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Place your throwing hand behind the ball with your fingers spread
Ensure your arm is creating a right angle
Step forward with the opposite leg to your throwing arm and transfer your body weight forward
Ensure your pass is flat and direct to your partner - you will accomplish this by fully extending your arm and fingers where you want the ball

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Overhead Pass:

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Spread your hands around the ball in a 'W' shaped position
Place the ball above your head and slightly bend your elbows but keep them close to your body
The ball should be in line with the centre of your body
Step forward with either leg, usually your most dominant, and push through with the ball transferring your body weight forward as you push through
Your hands and fingers should be pointing towards the direction you want the ball to go
You don't want the ball to be loopy as it is easier to intercept - instead you want it hard and fast so aim just above your teammates chest
Ensure your arms are fully outstretched upon release

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One Handed Bounce Pass:

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Place the ball in one hand and spread your fingers around the ball
Step forward with the opposite leg to your throwing arm and transfer your body weight forward as your push through
You should aim to release the ball from waist height
The ball should travel Â¾ of the way to your partner and bounce up to their stomach

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