
The pitch is divided into two halves The defenders must start at opposite corners of the pitch The attacker must have at least one player in either half. The middle player starts with the ball. Ball in two hands Gentle passes in front of the support player. Hands Ready (Make a target). Delay your run so you are always behind the ball
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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