Group of 3 as shown on the diagram.Distance between outside players 10-20m, depending on age and ability. Players play 2 short passes, then a long pass across to the 3rd player. The middle one moves across to repeat the same sequence on the other side.
Switch roles every1-2 min.
Short passes preffered one touch.
Variation: middle player moves across diagonally.
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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