A player dribbles around the outside of the cones, when he tags someone he shouts sticky donut. The two players then dribble around the circle in opposite directions. The first player to get back on the vacant gate fills the spot. The other player dribbles on and repeats the exercise.
Keep the ball within 2 - 3 feet between touches.
Look up between touches to get a better sense of direction and to avoid the other runner as they come round.
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