Players run around inside the area trying to stay away from defender. If player is tagged they must stand on the spot until high 5’d by another player
Variation If player is tagged they must stand with feet apart so player can crawl through legs to free them- Keep your balance!
Each player has a ball
Ball on head if tagged, player only free when another player dribbles ball between their legs.
Running technique- alignment and movement of arms
hips, knees.
Push off to change direction
Keep ball close under control
Awareness- Head up to scan for defenders
in more ways than one
in more ways than one
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