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.
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