Players run to the byline with the ball pass it to the Pspot for a player to shoot first time (sweep). Passing player pass and follow.
Alternative sides.
- The player running to the baseline should play the ball under the arm to help disguise the pass
- Precision rather than power is important when shooting
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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