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Rounders: Catching the high ball relay

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In groups of 4 with one ball.

One player throws the ball up for the front player in the line to come forward and catch the high ball.

After catching the ball the player throws the ball back to the initial thrower and goes to the back of the line of players catching the ball.

COACHING POINTS

Step 1. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and knees bent.

Step 2. The palms of your hand should be together, with your fingers spreading and pointing down.

Step 3. Arms and hands should be in front of the body with head still and eyes level.

Step 4. Watch the ball into the softest part of your relaxed hands and wrap fingers around the ball. Drawing the hands towards the body.

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