1) K starts in middle of cone
2) K can start to go to either side they prefer as they will work both sides
3) K footwork is to go in front of the cone and then behind so they are going forward to ATTACK the ball
4) server opposite of the cone K goes around will provide the service
* EX: if keeper goes to his/her right then the Server on their Left will provide the service
Servers vary services for K to make decisions
2 cones - 6-8 yards apart
Keepers about varying ranges of distance 10 yards-20 yards out
2 balls for each coach/player tossing/volleying
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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