4 cones in a square area.
7 players.
2 players on cone A & B with 1 player (the worker) in between the cones, and 1 player each on cone C and D.
Players to pass the ball along the line as they move across the coned area.
Ball to be handed to the player waiting on the cone.
The drill is repeated going in the opposite direction, with the player in the middle (the worker) continuing in the drill.
Drill to be continuous and repeated 4 times, before the player in the middle (the worker) rotates with another player.
Good quick passing between players.
Staggered line to ensure correct passing.
Quick footwork and a good hand over.
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