
Ball starts with X1. X1 dribbles through 3 cone gates before passing to X2. X1 then runs to free cone. X2 dribbles through 3 cone gates before passing to X3. X2 runs to free cone. X3 dribbles through 3 cone gates. X3 passes to X1. X3 runs to free cone. Repeat process.
Decision making Weight/ Angle of pass Close control Chnage of speed and direction when dribbling
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