Players position in an approximate circle within a grid and pass a ball around the circle either to the left or right as required. Once the group is proficient at using one ball, introduce a second ball (starting from the opposite side of the circle). Initially the players will time the passing, however, once they have adapted have them try to make the second ball catch up with the first one. See how many passes they can make without dropping a ball 6 or 7 players per grid Equipment 2 balls to a grid
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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