Essence: Focus on the 9 yard area scoring skill. Ensure leading is late and precise. There needs to be a massive focus on how the player receives the ball
Structure: A: Passes the ball to the active player who receives for a quick snap shot B: Runs the baseline and passes the ball to the active player for a quick finish C: Eliminates and passes R/S across the goals for deflection D: Runs towards baseline and hits a R/S (Away from Keeper) E: Eliminates and hits a F/S deflection Pointers: Ensure the ball is active until there is a goal or the ball is out the circle. PLAY THE REBOUND. As stated previously, movement is crucial, it has to be late and precise.
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