Players in a line about 5-10 ft away from each other.
The 1st player with the ball will dribble weave in and out of every one in the line. Once they get back to their original spot they will pass the ball to the person behind them.
The rule is that you must go around everyone to get back to your spot.
Once the last player has got to their original spot the game is finished.
This game can be played with multiple lines, a great game for large groups.
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