Athletes opposite each other lead at the same time - can rotate receiving on your right or left. Receive pass and pass on to opposite line - clear and go to the back. Repeat from the other side. Passes: Shoulder Lob Fake Small square fast chest Progression: After passing ball on come in and defend the next pass (good for practising fakes)
Shoulder Pass on Extension Timing your leads to both receive the ball and pass off simutaneously Awareness of Space Come in toward the thrower to set the lob Lob pass on eye side Meet the ball in the air Fake must be effective Smaller square for quick fast chest passes Communication
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