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what's the definition of a good pass?

vicki pagettCoach, England

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I believe a good pass has many different answers because it depends upon the situation. One "good pass" could be into empty space where your player runs onto the ball. Another "good pass" is one in which the player receiving is at full speed and does not have to adjust to the ball being passed. Or a "good pass" in the circle which allows your teammate to one time it into the goal. I am sure there are a hundred more "good passes"

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