Both sets of players are assigned numbers 1 to 5. When the feeder calls out a number, both players must be alert to the ball and rush out. The next number is called out after the ball is either shot or cleared. The ball is played closer to the attacker to make it more challenging for the defender. Recommended age group 10+
Players need to be on their toes and ready to rush out to the ball. Players must improvise to how and when the feeder passes the ball.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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