Players work in pairs to warmup the hands. This is done by them throwing the ball underarm toward their partner for them to catch the ball. this is then repeated. If the players are finding this to easy then 2nd and 3rd balls can be added to the drill
Fingers facing down towards the ground Head over the ball Eyes watch the ball all the way into the hands Hands together to increase catching surface Light on feet to be able to move quickly
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