You can set this up around the whole court with one large group, or split into smaller groups and just use one side. You might even want to set up just in a third. Younger players who have less passing strength will need more feeders than more experienced, stronger athletes. Variations: flat passes ahead lifted passes ahead anywheres working player must clear/create more space ito middle of court and dictate ball relase with a change of direction and pace
Feeders passing ball ahead of moving player. Moving player driving onto ball, taking their feet with them all the time so they are balanced to give pass on. Accurate, fast and hard passing. Careful with the footwork; 1 ,2 and release.
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