
1. No Ball Drive for Intercept Backwards Run Square Up 2 Foot jump for Intercept Repeat in opposite direction (bow- tie figure) Feeder to hold Flash Cards up Def to call colours 2. Two Defenders Go at the same time and have awareness of each other in the space 3. Add a Ball Can be released at any cone Front cones deliver a shoulder pass Back cones deliver a lob
1. No Ball Strong drive at first option Backwards run - hips turn, eyes remain forward (not a side-step) Square up facing down court Use arms to power elevation Two strong outstretched arms up 2. Two Defenders Timing is crucial Spacial awareness Eyes up 3. Add a Ball Quick release on the shoulder pass Ball into space on the lob 2nd Defender to hold lead and wait for the right timing to recommence
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