4 circles (spaceships) created around the large central circle (the moon). Players split into equal teams of 2/3 players depending on group numbers. Scatter balls, domed/tall cones and bean bags in the large circle.
One player from each team runs into the middle to collect something from the moon, return to their team. Emphasize team work (taking turns), soft touches and stopping the ball, head up looking where to go. Introduce a ball at feet of players.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
in more ways than one
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