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What is the best way for players to communicate an upcoming set play, be it from the centre pass or the baseline throw in

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Use a code word which is simple and easy to remember. Like Hot Dogs eg, players line up in the middle of the court (hog dog) for a backline pass and split either to the left or right. Hence splitting the bun.

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