
Players form 2 simple passing lines, pass to the player across and follow their pass to the end line.
Start with two touches, progress to one touch if the players can handle it. Make sure to have extra balls on hand. Add a lay off if the players are capable of it later in the season.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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