Player 1 runs with the ball through the little slalom and passes the ball to player 2 on the left hand board. Player 2 turns with the ball in field and runs in a arc (hook)towards the top of the circle and shoots into the goal.Player 1 after passing goes to stand by the board to receive the next ball and run to the circle and score.
Player 1 has to pass to player 2's forehand. Player 2 should try and receive the ball on the move and turns over his/her left shoulder to drive down the reverse stick side of the defenders. The drag shot at goal should start outside the circle.
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