Players run in any direction in the grid trying to avoid contact by running into space. When the teacher calls stop, all players must be at least 1m from the next nearest player.
Pass the ball around your back at the same time.
Option: throw the ball in the air and catch as you run around
Look for space, Dodge, Relax your hands
Keep the ball in two hands whenever possible
Players must be running all the time, no stopping.
5 press ups for players who are too close.
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