Set up a grid (size depends on the ability of your players) and nominate 2 players as the the jokers in the pack (yellow players).
The jokers are always on the side of the team in possession of the ball.
Divide the remaining players into 2 equal teams.
The first team to pass the ball 10 consecutive times is the winner.
Progression:
2-touch rule or 3 seconds on the ball. Any player that touches the ball more than this can still pass the ball on but the pass does not count.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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