Player 1 plays into midfield and makes run to receive pass 2 to finish on goal. Midfield players keep switching sides by swift and high speed passing. Players are not to stand static in their position. When players 1 & 2 are in position, midfield will pass into the D.
Clear precise passing Move the ball to the left and right side with a goal in mind. Final pass into the D with precision and weight for tip in. Scan before passing, make contact with the sender and receiver of the pass.
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