Pass and follow in the direction of the pass in the diagram attached. Working on passing, communication and moving.
Keeping your head up at all times.
Looking to who you're passing too first.
Calling the name of the person before passing.
Stepping into the bounce/chest pass.
Leaving hands in the direction of where you want the ball to go.
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