
Athletes are in two groups, facing each other. Players sprint 40 yards with the ball to the other group, and then the next person sprints with the ball.
Ball should be kept close. Ball should not be kicked many yards ahead while player chases after it.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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