Revise Indian dribble and ensure the hands work correctly. Move the ball from outside the right foot to outside the left (as shown) and repeat
Check left hand has a grip to allow the face of a wristwatch to be viewed in position 1.
Check that the ‘V' between thumb and index finger is visible in position 2. Ensure at all times that the butt (handle) of the stick faces the belly button.
If the players is unable to complete this task revise Indian Dribble drills.
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