Can be played first without sticks and then with sticks On the coaches command, the green player (Master) passes the ball to the coach (or can be another player) The red players must try to "hit/ contact" the green players ball When a red player hits the ball, they become the Master Variations: Increase difficulty: Increase the distance between red players, and using different striking methods - push, sweep, hit, aerial Reduce difficulty: The green player uses a football or a yoga ball (larger object to hit) The Master can use their hands
Recognising correct timing to play between two moving balls Understanding the fast v slow passes and how much power is required Correct stick grip for the type of striking method used.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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